Catch Ups In My Kitchen (Georgia Symonds)

In this episode we are honoured to have Ruby Padwick who shares her emotional story and journey with body dysmorphia and abusing her body with laxatives. Ruby really does give us the honest and painful reality in this episode to which I was so grateful. She shares with us a story that I'm sure sadly many can relate to. The best part about it though is that she has turned it all around and although sometimes struggles with certain stigma's and expectations from being in the fitness industry she has such a positive attitude and mentality and no longer "hates" her body but loves it.

Ruby and I discuss the following topics:

• Her career
• What role fitness plays in her life
• The pressures of the fitness industry
• Body Dysmorphia
• Diet
• Eating disorders and the affect it has on your relationships
• Laxative abuse
• Periods
• Optimal 4
• Holistic Health
• Plant-Based

To follow Ruby in her journey check her out on Instagram - @rubypadwick

Optml4 - @optml4 - personal training and lifestyle optimisation

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In this episode I am joined by Jeremy May Co-Founder of the vibrant brand NICE who have paved the way in the movement to canned wine. To think that we used to drink from mini plastic bottles of wine if we wanted something on the go is crazy!

NICE have not only created a solution to on the go wine drinking but they have converted many consumers into enjoying canned wine who may have once thought it would have been a cheap low quality wine product.

Jeremy and I discuss the journey of NICE as well as the wine industry and the canned beverage movement, we discuss the following topics:

• Why they decided to launch canned Wine
• Why they named in NICE
• How they have changed consumer habits and behaviour
• The pandemic and how it had it's highs and lows
• The product itself and how less is more
• The three wine fits all model
• The wine for whenever slogan and what that means

NICE has always been a brand that I have been interested in, from seeing their amazing pink branding everywhere I have always been intrigued in there story and product.

I hope you enjoy the episode

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I was honoured to be sat with Andy Shovel this week to discuss all things THIS. The plant-based meat alternative brand which not only has award winning and mind blowing products that capture the hearts of even the meatiest of meat eaters but it captures everyone's attention with it's creative marketing stunts as well as it's campaigns which you can't walk more than 2 steps in London without seeing THIS on either a bus or a London cab!

To speak to Andy about his journey from burger chain Chosen Bun to THIS was fascinating as well as hearing about his own personal journey to Veganism.

Andy wanted to actually disrupt the market, actually create a product for meat eaters and really make a difference and it's fair to say that he has definitely achieved this alongside his Co-Founder Pete.

In this episode we discuss the following topics:

• Life before working in the food industry
• The Chosen Bun days
• What led them to starting THIS and why Meat Alternatives
• How did you start the process of building THIS
• The first product
• The name THIS
• THIS marketing - getting into trouble and capturing attention
• Ingredients in meat alternative products
• What three things have hugely contributed to the success of THIS
• Andy's personal diet and journey from meat eater to Vegan

This (pardon the pun) really is a fantastic episode and THIS is a really fantastic product which has gone from strength to strength and I'm really excited to watch it continually grow

If you haven't tried the new THIS streaky bacon then run don't walk to your nearest shop!

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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Wilf shares with us the art, beauty and trade secrets of the chocolate world in this episode! We are all used to adventuring off to find the most amazing cup of coffee, from beautiful independent coffee shops and paying for the experience of the barista making our coffee in front of us, seeing the beautiful coffee art and then tasting the different notes of berries or citrus. We are also used to heading to a secret wine bar and enjoying sips of wine from different regions and again tasting the different notes and tones depending on the grape and location it was grown in. But chocolate? Chocolate hasn't received the same appreciation, yet it is exactly the same process. A lot of chocolate we see on shop shelves has been mixed with sugars and additives to create a milky chocolate bar which we all know and love. However, there is so much that goes into the growing of the cocoa bean, the farms and the fruits which influence the taste of the cocoa and then the process to which chocolate is made.

Wilf the Founder of Islands Chocolate has brought Chocolate back to it's original art and beauty. They have their own farm in St Vincents in the Caribbean where they grow their own cocoa which then get taken to Belgium to be melted down into incredible bars, hot chocolate and spreads.

Islands Chocolate is used by chefs in top Michelin Star restaurants as well as Gails for their luxurious Hot Chocolate.

Wilf and I discuss the following topics:

• How Wilf came to starting Islands Chocolate
• Ethical and Unethical Chocolate Practices
• Industry secrets and stories
• Communicating the art and heritage of Islands to consumers
• St Vincents and the Islands Chocolate Supply Chain
• Climate Change and the affect on chocolate

This is a fantastic episode about the beauty of a product we all love - Chocolate!

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or check us out at @greedyveganltd

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In this episode we are joined by Lara, Co-Founder of Lune and Wild which is a fantastic children's delivery service of frozen and prepared meals which help parents feed their children the right nutritionally dense meals, as well as feeding children's curiosity to all the world of food.

After hearing so many stories about people's unhealthy relationship with food, it got me thinking about upbringing and how introducing food into children's life is so crucial for the way they treat their body and continue their relationship with food into their adult life. Therefore this conversation with Lara digs deep into the importance of what we feed our children, the variety of it, introducing them to new flavours and ways of eating in order to really broaden their knowledge and understanding. It also focuses on the parents and how we shouldn't let our likes and dislikes influence children as that could then have an affect later on.

The topics we discuss in this episode:

• Lara's journey to Lune and Wild
• Children's Nutrition and what's important
• How to create a positive relationship with food from an early age
• Innovation in the food delivery space
• Pleasing both the parent and the child
• Plant-based and plant-rich
• Raising your children plant-based

I also refer a lot to this documentary called Junk Food Kids, I have added the link here: https://youtu.be/CUPBU_mJUtA (highly recommend watching)

Lastly Lune and Wild have kindly given all viewers a discount code: GREEDYV5 - £5 off your first order

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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This week we are depicting what Holistic Wellness really is with the wonderful Georgie Spurling, Founder of Arvra.

Georgie has had an incredible journey to get to where she is today, from being told that she would never be able to exercise again to now founding a holistic wellness app aimed at corporate companies who want to encourage their employees to fit wellness into their busy schedules. This is such a refreshing conversation where Georgie talks realistically about managing wellness without having to take hours out of our day to fit in these crazy workouts or going to the shops and spending a fortune on expensive ingredients just to make a salad.

We all say "we don't have enough hours in the day" but when it comes to wellness we do, firstly it is so essential to our performance and limiting stress, and also you don't have to do much in one day in order to feel a huge benefit.

Sometimes on social media we get made to feel that we aren't doing enough, eating clean enough or getting in enough steps, but Georgie and I discuss wellness on a more manageable and digestible level.

My favourite part of this episode is when Georgie states that wellness is not a privilege and this is so true.

The topics we discuss:

• Her health journey
• Her business journey from GS Wellness to Arvra
• Where does Arvra originate from
• Fight or Flight - how we process that
• Corporate health and wellness for those who are time short
• The power of food
• Georgie's diet
• Plant-based

I really hope you enjoy the episode!

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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This week we are joined by former Professional Rugby Player Darren O'Reilly who is now the Co-Founder of Whole Supp. Darren played Professional Rugby for Leinster and Harlequins before retiring and returning to the corporate world. The difference between having a nutritionist with you every day to then being so time short that you rush for a meal deal or similar for lunch highlighted to Darren that there was a huge problem in receiving good quality nutrition quickly, accessibly and affordably and so Darren made it his mission to solve this problem.

Darren and his Co-Founder Dr. Brian Carson have been formulating Whole Supp for 2.5 years in order to create a drinkable meal which is nutritionally complete, packed with superfoods, affordable and accessible and it has now launched in two flavours, Chocolate and Vanilla.

We are now as consumers becoming more accustomed to drinking our meals in the format of a shake, therefore this is a really exciting market and one that we can all benefit from hugely

Darren and I discuss the following topics:

• His professional rugby days
• Nutrition
• Importance of protein
• The sad reality of being time poor
• Formulating Whole Supp
• Plant-Based

Darren has kindly given us a 10% off code to use to get our first Whole Supp order which is Greedyv - so get your order in and see what you think

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or check us out at @greedyveganltd

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This week I was very honoured to be joined by Shivani Pau a podcast host of A Millennial Mind and also Founder of the Performance Planner which is why this episode is all based around performance, goals and achieving what we want to achieve in both feeling our best and achieving our best. Shivani and I not only discuss the power of setting out your goals into manageable and achievable bites but also how you can't achieve what you are striving for if you are not working and feeling at your optimum and this is where wellness, diet and lifestyle come into things. Shivani and I touch on what wellness looks like to her, what self-care she undertakes in order to keep her performing at her best and also her diet. Shivani was Vegan for a period of time but went back to more of a flexitarian diet, we dive into the reasons behind this and what elements make being plant-based and/or Vegan difficult.

The topics we discuss:

• A Millennial Mind Podcast

• Her journey to where she is today

• Performance

• Wellness and Performance and how they are intrinsically linked

• Burn Out how it differs from person to person

• Diet and Plant-based

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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This week I am so excited to be joined by Marisa Poster Co-Founder of Perfect Ted the Matcha based energy drink which is aimed to introduce consumers to Matcha in a more approachable way! I have spoken to a few people now about coffee and how although it tastes delicious and most of us can't start our mornings without it, we also know that too much can give you the shakes, the jitters or even how one cup of coffee can suddenly bring on a wave of anxiousness. Matcha is made from Green Tea, so it is a caffeinated drink but it has sustained energy which doesn't give you these jitters, anxious feelings or crashes.

Perfect Ted not only is a Matcha powder brand but they have also channelled the power of Matcha into an energy drink, so when you need that pick me up in the day you can go for something refreshing but also healthy and effective.

Marisa and Co-Founder Teddy and Levi have been on the recent season of Dragon's Den where they received 5 offers from the Dragon's taking deals from both Steven Bartlett and Peter Jones, therefore this is just the start of a really exciting journey for them.

I wanted to talk to Marisa about her struggles with ADHD and Anxiety and the role that coffee played in this. I also wanted to talk about Matcha and how they are going to tackle the challenge of introducing it to the UK and lastly I was super interested to hear in the behind the scenes of Dragon's Den.

Marisa and I discuss the following topics:

• Anxiety and ADHD
• Her relationship with Coffee
• The power of Matcha and the health benefits
• How Matcha is better than Coffee
• Why a sparkling Energy drink rather than a Matcha Latte in a can
• The journey to Dragon's Den
• What we don't see behind the scenes
• What's next for Perfect Ted

For more information about becoming a Greedy Vegan please head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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In this episode we dig into Pilates with Yulia Pashevkina the Founder of Karve Studio. Karve is a reformer Pilates Studio in Kensington which is better known as Transformer due to the way it transforms your mind and body through it's extremely challenging and humbling workouts. Karve is a synergy of New York and London, Yulia has taken classes in both and realised that if you put the two together you create an epic workout from start to finish. Pilates has never been more popular with people realising that you don't have to do 100 sit ups to achieve a toned body and a clear mind.

In this episode Yulia and I dig into the power of Pilates, what makes it such an incredible workout and how not only is it amazing for your body but also for your mind.

Yulia and I also touch on some other fascinating topics which all tie into the bigger topic of holistic wellness and focusing on every part of yourself in order to feel your best.

Topics:

• Her journey to Karve
• Pilates and the power of it on your mind and body
• Diet - Her food practices
• Her relationship with food throughout her life
• Astrology - knowing yourself fully through different dimentions
• What's next for Karve

I hope you enjoy this episode and to find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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Joe Moruzzi founder CEO and innovator of Pleesecakes the show-stopping cheesecake which took Instagram by storm. From Pleesecakes, to mini-pleesecakes, to events to Freezecakes, Joe Moruzzi has pivoted and adjusted the Pleesecake concept in order to get the delicious and eye catching product to be more accessible to consumers across the country, but creating one of the first Frozen Cheesecake products in the UK comes with it's challenges and this is what we are here to discuss.

Not only that but Joe and I discuss the journey to Pleesecakes, the highs and the lows and how it affected him as a person, as well as discussing where this flare and creativity for such a unique product came from.

Topics discussed:

• Journey from Painter and Decorator to Pleesecakes
• Where the idea came from
• The power of social media and the effect Instagram had on the business
• Joe's passion for food
• How the business affected Joe's health and wellbeing
• Balancing having a baby as well as an early stage business
• Plant-based and Vegan

You can now find Freezecakes in COOP so definitely go and check it out

If you want to find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk

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Annie Morris started Spoon Cereal at the age of 23 with her Co-Founder and now Brother in Law Jonathan Shimmin. After going on Dragons Den and getting offers from both Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden there at the time small breakfast bar pop up catapulted into being a part of the FMCG industry and after being viewed by millions of people it completely turned their business upside down.

However in comparison to other brands in the granola space Spoon has lower brand awareness and this is because they have been slowly and quietly plugging away in the background in order to grow sustainably and stand the test of time. Other brands have come and gone whilst Spoon has been going from strength to strength, being the first in the granola space to bring out a pro-biotic granola and now going on to expand into the cereal market.

This podcast highlights the value of slow and steady wins the race and whilst we are in an environment where investment, angels and venture capital get talked about very often sometimes step by step and not running before you can walk also works.

In this episode Annie and I discuss:

• The journey from the early days where they had a breakfast pop up at popular commuter locations
• The decision for Annie to quit her job and focus on Spoon
• The relationship between the co-founders
• The graft that went in to the early days
• Dragons Den
• The granola market as a whole in 2013 and now in 2023
• The cereal market vs granola market
• Probiotic Granola
• Annie's relationship with granola

To hear more about being a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

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We are joined by Mikey Pearce, former YouTuber and now the Founder and CEO of Clean Kitchen. Mikey's journey to Clean Kitchen started from a personal health kick, like many of us Mikey spent the lockdown days eating healthier and focusing on a more plant-based diet, as well as getting into his fitness. Mikey ended up losing 16kg and thought that if he was enjoying a plant-based diet then surely others would too. This is what lead him to his mission to bring plant-based to the mainstream and although Mikey doesn't come from a background in food, he does have a flare for building brands, so he decided to build a plant-based brand and promote it like an artist was promoting an album. At the time plant-based wasn't looked at as cool but Mikey wanted to make it a destination, somewhere people wanted to hang out and a brand that other brands wanted to partner with for events to bring plant-based to the masses.

Although this concept sounds amazing the reality of it is challenging and the brand has accelerated at a rapid pace so we talk to Mikey about his journey to date, the highs and the lows and what is coming next.

The topics we discuss:

• Life before Clean Kitchen
• Lifestyle as a YouTuber compared to lifestyle now
• His journey to plant-based and healthier living
• Where the idea for Clean Kitchen came from
• Making an idea reality
• Bringing Verity on board and how the two complement each other
• The pace at which Clean Kitchen has grown
• Biggest Challenge
• What does the future of Clean Kitchen look like

If you haven't tried out Clean Kitchen head to their flagship restaurant in Battersea Powerstation and look out for their next one coming to Central London soon

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This week we are joined by Martin-Holden White Founder of Grubby the UK's First Plant-Based Recipe Kit.

Grubby is the UK's highest-rated recipe kit on Trustpilot, which happens to be 100% plant-based! They've grown from £0-5m in revenues inside 3 years with impressive 40x revenue growth in the past 2 years, having raised over £5m since they launched from angels, VC and crowdfunding. 

They have a customer base of over 50,000 subscribers and having started out packing themselves and delivering the kits by bike they now deliver thousands of boxes across the UK every week.

However this doesn't all happen overnight and in this episode, we dig a little deeper into Martin's story of how he did it, how the journey has been, the highs and the lows and everything in between.

The topics we discuss:

• Where the idea for Grubby came from?
• How you go about creating a plant-based recipe kit
• Pivoting due to the Pandemic
• Sustainability
• Finance and Funding
• Martin's personal diet and journey
• Being a solo entrepreneur and how that journey is
• The guilt when you are not working all the time
• Finding your balance

To check out more about Grubby head to https://grubby.co.uk/

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This week we are joined by Angus Warburton who is a fitness coach, podcast host and author of the book "Are You Really Living?".

In this episode, we discuss his journey to where he is today in building his fitness career and why he chose this path in life. Angus is part of the Warburtons family and therefore could have followed in his Fathers' footsteps and gone into the family business. However, fitness had such an impact on Angus's life, it started out as an escape, a focus and a goal but turned into a passion where he wanted others to feel the positive effects of fitness in the way that he did.

Angus has now been in the fitness industry for 5 years and is a firm believer in not only the physical benefits that come with exercise but also the lifestyle and mental benefits too.

This episode digs deep into a lot of hot topics that we are confronted with on a regular basis, although we touch on the importance of fitness and diet we also discuss the effect social media has had on society, how we live in a comparison culture where we are constantly comparing ourselves to the top 1% of society which creates unrealistic expectations that leads to a cycle of self-loathing and a lot of self-criticism.

Angus also shares his decision to not go to University and the benefit this has had on where he is today. Although University is fantastic for careers in professions such as Law and Medicine, it shouldn't be expected of everyone and Angus firmly believes his decision to not go has helped him hugely to where he is today.

The other topics we discuss are:

• Angus's childhood and early days
• His journey to fitness
• Growing a platform on social media
• How exercise can become obsessive
• Steroids and the negative effect they have on you
• Persistence and motivation
• Diet, Weight loss and balance
• Sleep
• University
• His podcast

To find out more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk

Angus Warburton:

@angus_warburton

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In this episode, we are joined by Savannah Sachdev, known on social media as Confused Indian Girl. In 2020 Savannah lost her job and felt lost and hopeless with her mental health being at an all-time low, this led her to go on walks to clear her head which turned into jogs and before she knew it she had run every day for three weeks and decided to keep going and never stop.

It has now been 675 days and Savannah has run a minimum of a mile every day! Which has not only improved her mental health dramatically but has completely changed her life. She is now working for amazing brands such as Lululemon and Strarva, she has built a community of people around her who follow her and support her which she has never had before and she has a whole new purpose in life which is to promote movement outside no matter how long or far it is.

Savannah and I also talk about her boob reduction which is a fascinating topic and one that is often not discussed enough. Growing up she felt over-sexualised and insecure due to having big boobs and so her reduction has also been the making of her confidence today and also given her the ability to run like she can now.

Other topics we discuss:

• Life before running
• How the run streak started
• Rules of the run streak
• The affect running everyday has on your body
• Recovery and how you do that whilst running everyday
• Diet and lifestyle and how that has changed
• Boob reduction
• Getting bullied at school
• Growing up in an Indian Family
• What running has taught her about herself

To follow Savannah and her run streak check her out on Instagram @savannahsachdev or TikTok @confusedindiangirl

To learn more about becoming a Greedy Vegan head to www.greedyvegan.uk or follow us at @greedyveganltd

Our host Georgia can be found at @georgia.symonds

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In this episode we are joined by Mike the Founder of Vegan Cheese Brand Honestly Tasty. Honestly, Tasty started in 2018 to fill the huge gap of delicious plant-based cheese alternatives. Vegan Cheese was often left behind, when alternatives started appearing and changing consumer habits, you would often hear the phrase, "I can't be Vegan because I love Cheese too much" and there was a stage where the Vegan Cheese alternatives were really disappointing.

After Mike turned Vegan his love for Blue Cheese was really being tested due to there being no alternative on the market, therefore Mike went to Berlin, did a cheese-making course and made it his mission to create his own alternative. After positive feedback from friends and family Mike decided to leave his real estate banking job and turn his attention to the challenge of starting a plant-based cheese brand.

This episode follows the journey from 2018 to now, through the challenging times of COVID, Brexit and the cost of living crisis, as well as the more positive moments of getting into Ocado and M&S

The topics we discuss are:

• Why Mike started Honestly Tasty
• Mike's journey to Veganism
• Mike employing his family to help him with the business
• The argument for calling vegan cheese "cheese"
• The challenges of starting up a plant-based cheese business
• The highlights to date

To try Honestly Tasty Cheese head to www.honestlytasty.co.uk

Host: Georgia Symonds

@georgia.symonds

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This week, Aidan O'Flaherty, known on Social Media as the Irish Physio, joins me in my kitchen to talk all things running. I met Aidan when I injured myself in preparation for the London Marathon. During our sessions, it occurred to me firstly, just how knowledgeable Aidan was on all things running and recovery and also how little I knew about how to run properly and recover effectively.

I then decided to bring Aidan onto the podcast to talk about these topics in more detail as the lockdown resulted in a lot of us taking to running in order to clear our heads and add movement into our days, however with that I'm sure came injuries and niggles that ruined the fun.

Aidan's history starts with a football career and due to multiple injuries led him to physiotherapy where he has completed a higher-level certificate for exercise physiology and worked in the NHS for a number of years before working in private practice. Aidan's focus is on running and running injuries as he has also completely fallen in love with the sport and therefore aims to help athletes and recreational runners continue to enjoy the amazing sport.

Aidan also had a past with an unhealthy relationship with alcohol which he opened up about on this podcast and although it's a hugely moving story it's incredible how he has completely changed his life and lifestyle as a result.

Topics we discuss:

• His childhood
• Aidans early career in football
• How he pivoted into physiology
• His personal injuries and recovery
• The benefits of running for our physical and mental health
• Importance of strength training
• Importance of nutrition
• Importance of sleep
• Aidan's personal diet
• Aidan's relationship with alcohol
• Turning Sober

This is a fantastic episode which I wish I could have had before training for the marathon, it is so inspirational and if you are not currently a runner, I think this may inspire you.

References:

Pedisic, Z. et al. (2019a) ‘Is running associated with a lower risk of all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer mortality, and is the more the better? A systematic review and meta-analysis’, British Journal of Sports Medicine, 54(15), pp. 898–905. doi:10.1136/bjsports-2018-100493.

Mancine, R.P. et al. (2020) ‘Prevalence of disordered eating in athletes categorized by emphasis on leanness and activity type – A systematic review’, Journal of Eating Disorders, 8(1). doi:10.1186/s40337-020-00323-2.

This podcast is kindly sponsored by Fresh Fitness Food, please use the code CATCHUPS60 for £60 off your first 5-day free trial

https://www.freshfitnessfood.com/

To follow Aidan head to @theirishphysio and check out his insightful content

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This week we are joined by Foodie Content Creator Georgie Eats to discuss how food became her career and what that even means. Georgie is a Plant-Based Content Creator with 115K followers and she focuses on helping us eat seasonally and sustainably by inspiring her following with delicious and nutritious recipes. We are now in a world where creators and influencers are a huge industry and one that is becoming increasingly powerful in how we all spend our money, but how do people become content creators?

I sat down with Georgie to discuss her journey with food as a child and how that has influenced her love and passion for food. We also discussed her journey to becoming vegan, how that process was and what advice she gives to others wanting to make that switch.

The other topics we discuss are:

• Relationship with food growing up
• Turning Vegan
• Eating Seasonally
• The Best way to eat seasonally
• How food became Georgie's career
• Obsessively eating clean
• Eating disorders
• Love language
• Social media and growing your platform
• The barriers to what you share online

Host: @georgia.symonds

Guest: @georgieeats

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I am joined by Charlie Terry who is a Founder of two companies CEEK, a digital marketing agency which he started in 2016 and District, a talent management agency which he Co-Founded with Francesca Scambler in 2022. Charlie has been in the entrepreneurial world for many years and started many different ventures along the way, but his focus has always been on marketing. Therefore in this episode Charlie and I discuss health and wellbeing from a business performance perspective, what it takes to succeed in business, what sacrifices you need to make and how to create your own luck.

We try and de-bunk a lot of myths on what it's like to be an entrepreneur whilst also focusing on the marketing and influencer industry in particular.

We often talk about work-life balance but what does that even mean? Is it possible to have a balance? These are all questions that we try and answer as well as discussing what it takes to be at your optimum.

The topics we discuss are:

• The realities of being an entrepreneur
• Work-life balance and what that even means
• Burnout
• Fitness/diet/wellness and the link that has to performance
• Common traits of a founder
• Luck vs overnight success
• Behind the scenes of the influencer and creator world
• Talent-led brands

CEEK - https://ceek.co.uk/

District - https://www.district.global/

Click the link to check out my new book Simply Delicious - https://greedyvegan.uk/collections/e-book

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In this episode I am joined by Olivia Kirkby the content creator who focuses on spreading positivity across social media after battling with her own eating disorder. Olivia inspires and influences others to feel self-love and confidence and embrace their body and curves. Olivia started her journey on social media as a way of setting herself free from the restrictions and control that she had put on herself all her life and in the process has built up a following of 147K on Instagram and 698K on TikTok.

People like Olivia are so important and influential to society where it is easy to get sucked into a negative and self-deprecating cycle but when you see Olivia embracing her body and feeling confident in her own skin it is so inspiring for others to feel the same. Although, it has taken Olivia a journey of self-loathing to get to the position she's in now.

In this episode, we discuss the root cause of Olivia's eating disorder, what her disorder entailed and how she recovered and became the influential body confident girl she is today.

The topics we discuss are:

• Upbringing and relationship with food as a child
• How Olivia's eating disorder started
• Her eating disorder
• Her relationships with friends and family
• How she recovered from her eating disorder
• Body positivity
• Feeling happy in your own skin
• Confidence and wearing it like an outfit
• Olivia's "lil formula"
• Social media and it being a trigger for eating disorders
• Trolling
• Growing your self-confidence

Follow Olivia on Instagram at @olivia.kirkby and on TikTok at @Olivia_Kirkby

To check out the e-book click the link below:

https://greedyvegan.uk/collections/e-book

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I am joined this week by Iza Szyszko the health content creator on both Instagram and TikTok. With a collective following of 187.4K she influences people to live and be the best version of themselves through nourishing their bodies, eating the rainbow and drinking delicious juices and smoothies.

Iza has been vegan for about 10 years now and has recently given up alcohol and coffee due to the anxiety it caused her, so she really is the picture of health.

In this episode, I wanted to speak to Iza about where her drive for being so healthy came from, how her upbringing has affected how she lives today and also what her guilty pleasures are!

We discuss some really interesting topics such as being plant-based, juice cleanses, cleaning your fruit and vegetables and a lot more!

Iza really is the perfect example of how health doesn't have to be boring and it really can taste delicious with zero compromise, you just need to listen to your body and do what works for YOU!

Topics we discussed:

• Iza's upbringing in Poland
• Where her interest in food started
• Her early days at school and her mental health
• The link between mental health and diet
• Turning Vegan (why and how)
• Juices and Smoothies, the health benefits and why she loves them
• Juice cleanses
• Bloating
• Cleaning our fruit
• Supplements
• Alcohol and going sober
• Guilty Pleasures
• Relationships with food

To follow Iza and see her delicious content head to @iza_szyszko (IG) @izaszyszko (TT)

Check out the e-book over at https://greedyvegan.uk/collections/e-book

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Loui Blake who has pioneered the plant-based space since he turned Vegan nearly 10 years ago and has never looked back. Loui started off by working in the nightlife industry and also recruitment to which he then fell into some unhealthy habits which resulted in chronic fatigue and burnout. After researching many diets and ways of changing his lifestyle in order to have more energy he came across Dr. Sebi's Alkaline Plant-Based diet which he did for a month and has never looked back since.

After witnessing the results of the plant-based diet first hand Loui wanted to tell the world about how amazing he felt and in doing so he decided to re-direct is career to promoting the plant-based diet. This started with his first restaurant in Norwich called Erpingham House which was one of the first plant-based restaurants in the area, although a challenging journey it didn't put Loui off opening more restaurants in Norwich and London. Loui has founded Kalifornia Kitchen and Vegan Dough Co, as well as being a partner in by CHLOE.

Loui also has an impressive investment portfolio including brands such as Floozie, Club Cultured and his most recent investment into Miami Foods, to which he is now the CEO.

Miami Foods is an alternative protein brand which focuses on clean and natural ingredients, as quoted by Miami Foods, 'great tasting food, without the bad stuff'. After launching it in the UK Loui is now expanding into UAE as well as many other international markets.

As you can see Loui has quite the portfolio in the plant-based space and therefore this was a fascinating conversation where we covered the following topics:

• Life before turning Vegan
• Turning Vegan overnight and the way it made him feel
• His relationship with food
• Healthy Foods and what that means
• Opening his first Vegan restaurant, Epringham House in 2016
• His career in the plant-based space
• His experience as an investor
• What he looks for when investing into a brand
• Miami Foods and his journey to becoming the CEO
• The UAE and the plant-based industry
• His daily wellness practices
• Sleep

To find out where you can get your hands on Miami Food products head to https://www.miamifoods.co/

To get your hands on a copy of my e-book click the link https://greedyvegan.uk/products/simply-delicious-plant-based-dishes-to-make-you-eat-better-and-live-well

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This week I am joined in my kitchen by Emily Brogan the Australian girl from Brisbane who has moved to London and is a viral TikTok content creator who is renowned for her videos where she compares Australian culture to London culture.

Emily Brogan currently has 269.7K followers on TikTok and 10.3K followers on Instagram.

I was really looking forward to talking to Emily because all of her videos on TikTok involve food, although Emily isn't necessarily talking about food itself, she is preparing food at the time of chatting so I wanted to dive into what Emily's relationship with food is like and also how London differs from Australia in terms of supermarkets, brands and overall culture.

Emily also always prepares healthy clean food and so I wanted to learn more about her journey to eating clean and where that comes from.

Lastly, Emily is also really open about being Gay and as London Pride was celebrated last Saturday this conversation seems extremely relevant where we discuss how Emily knew she was gay, how she told her family and friends and how it is coming to a new city being Gay.

This was a truly honest conversation and a great chit-chat about all things food, culture and relationships

Topics we discussed were:

• Emily's childhood
• Why she moved to London
• London v Australia
• Emily's questionable love for Costa Coffee
• Clean eating and Emily's 80/20 rule
• Being Gay and her journey to telling her family and friends
• Confidence

To check out Emily's content head to @emilybrogann on both TikTok and Instagram

To check out my E-Book click the link below:

https://greedyvegan.uk/collections/e-book

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This week I am joined by Eoin Keenan Co-Founder and CEO of Good Rays the UK's Fastest Growing CBD Brand which creates a range of products from CBD-infused drinks to Oil and Gummies.

Not only has Eoin started one of the first CBD brands in the UK but he has been working in the industry for a decade. In this time he has been in the regulatory space, working with industry-leading consultants in order to push for regulatory change in order to help open up new cannabis ventures and help the global movement towards enabling CBD to be legalised and consumed as part of a healthy lifestyle. During this time Eoin found the world's best growers as well as advise on the best products which stemmed the idea for creating Good Rays.

Unlike many other CBD brands, Good Rays contains 30mg of CBD which is higher than competitors and this is so you can feel and receive the full benefit of CBD whilst using or consuming their products.

Due to Eoin's extensive work in the field, I was really looking forward to having him in my kitchen to discuss the ins and outs of CBD. Why it is so good for us, why it doesn't actually make us high but it does relax us in a different way and what the regulations are currently but how they are due to change. If you are new or apprehensive about using CBD hopefully this one's for you.

As a consumer I have always been really sceptical about CBD which I think was mainly down to nerves and lack of education on the topic, but as of recently, I have become more and more interested in it and really appreciate how it can work in our favour and become part of a balanced and healthy lifestyle. I personally really enjoy the CBD drinks and have one if I am feeling particularly anxious or nervous

Topics we discuss:

• How Eoin first became interested in CBD
• Why he is so passionate about it
• The International Cannabis Policy
• Why and how the policies are changing
• The plant itself and why it is so good for both consumers and the planet
• The difference between hemp, CBD and Cannabis
• Why CBD doesn't make you high but Cannabis does
• Why CBD is so good for us and why we should incorporate it into our daily lives
• Starting Good Rays and the journey so far
• Where they get their CBD from
• Competition and how they compare to the other players in the market
• What's next for the CBD industry
• What's next for Good Rays

To check out Good Rays and get your hands on some of their products - click the link below:

https://www.goodrays.com/collections/all/

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This week we are deep diving into the world of oral health and the effect it has on our overall health and also how the products we are using are having a detrimental effect on the planet. I am joined by Dr. Simon Chard who is a Cosmetic Dentist as well as being the President of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Co-Founder of Parla.

Parla is on a mission to redefine Oral Care for the next generation through producing products that are not only full of amazing ingredients but also use no plastic. All their products are in recyclable or re-fillable packaging and therefore the products are in the form of tablets rather than in a plastic tube or bottle. Their motto is one small change as just by changing the packaging that our toothpaste or mouthwash comes in we are having a dramatic effect on the planet.

Every toothpaste tube that you have ever used still exists today. They don't decompose and they don't get recycled which is a terrifying statistic and one which Dr. Simon Chard is hugely passionate about. The fact that by 2050 there will be more plastic in the sea than fish is unimaginable! Dr. Simon Chard through both his social media presence and through growing Parla is on a mission to make a difference and so his children and grandchildren can enjoy the oceans how we do today.

In this episode we also discover more about the link between our oral health and overall health and how gut health starts in our mouths and then works it's way down! I was also able to ask Simon some burning questions I had about the myths around dental care and what not to eat in order to keep our teeth and oral health in check.

Topics Discussed:

• Simon's journey to Cosmetic Dentistry
• The power of a smile
• Simon's journey to Parla
• How Parla products work
• The effect the toothpaste industry is having on the environment
• Oral health and the effect it has on our overall health
• Fluoride in toothpaste
• Dental hygiene myths and whether they are true or false

To checkout Parla head to https://parlatoothpastetabs.com/

This episode was hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week we are joined by Luke Hemsley the Founder of Wednesdays Domain the premium Non-Alcoholic Wine brand. We have seen a huge rise in the last couple of years in the no and low alcohol space, we have non-alcoholic spirit brands such as Clean Co which is leading the way in the spirits section, Lucky Saint is doing some impressive things in the beer world, but wine was definitely being left out until Wednesdays Domain came along. There is something really romantic about choosing a bottle of wine to have with your dinner or to take over to a friends house, it is the branding, the bottle itself, what you will pair it with, the conversations you will have with it and so on. There is a lot more to it other than the actual wine itself and that is exactly what Wednesdays Domain is playing on with their de-alcoholised red and white wine.

The idea came to Luke during the Pandemic, where like many of us Luke returned to his parents house which resulted in the drinking of a lot of wine. This unsustainable habit made Luke realise that although he really enjoyed sitting around the table chatting and drinking with his family at the end of the day, the headache the next morning wasn't really ideal when he had to work. This gave Luke the idea to look for non-alcoholic alternatives to which in the wine category there were very little, this is when Wednesdays Domain was born.

I think as consumers we are becoming increasingly aware of our health and performance and therefore having brands such as Wednesdays Domain create non-alcoholic alternatives where we can dip in and dip out of drinking is really exciting.

Luke and I discuss the following topics;

• His journey to coming up with the idea for Wednesdays Domain
• The process of making de-alcoholised wine
• The flavour profiles that he had in mind for the white and the red
• The no and low market and the increase in the rate of adoption from consumers
• The health benefits of non-alcoholic wine
• Their target market
• The similarities between flexitarian and opting for non-alcoholic
• Luke's journey to cutting back on wine

If you are looking for a great tasting non-alcoholic wine head to https://wednesdaysdomaine.com/

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This week we have James Cadbury joining me in my kitchen to talk all things chocolate! Being the great great grandson of John Cadbury the Founder of Cadbury which we all know and love, it's not surprising that James was inspired by his families history and story.

James founded in Love Cocoa in 2017 which is a luxury chocolate brand focusing on gifting and offering a more premium chocolate experience, after taking Love Cocoa to Dragons Den the brand has gone from strength to strength with the hope of Love Cocoa stores opening in the future.

In 2020 James noticed a real gap in the plant-based chocolate space, we were letting oat milk take over our lives, but no one was using oat milk to make chocolate. Therefore as Cadbury was the first brand to add dairy milk to their chocolate (hence the name Cadbury Dairy Milk), James thought that he would be one of the first to start adding Oat Milk to cocoa in order to create the same delicious creamy chocolate experience that the plant-based market was missing. With a lot of consumers now opting for oat milk over dairy milk due to taste preference as well as the sustainability bonus, it seemed the obvious option and he was completely right!

HIP (which stands for Happiness In Plants) was born 18 months later in 2021 and over two years it has gone from strength to strength.

In this conversation James and I discuss the following topics:

• Growing up in the Cadbury household
• The influence Cadburys' has had on his career
• The reasons behind starting Love Cocoa in 2017
• His experience on Dragons Den
• Why James started HIP
• The process of starting HIP
• How the two companies run alongside each other
• How the plant-based space is looking in confectionary
• Ethics and how James runs his two businesses in a sustainable way
• How James has ensured that there is no plastic used in the packaging of HIP
• What's next for both Love Cocoa and HIP
• Last Meal

To checkout HIP head to Sainsburys or check them out online

To checkout Love Cocoa head to John Lewis or check them out online

This episode was hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Pepitt

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In my kitchen this week I have Sonny Drinkwater Co-Founder of Well Easy the online health food store which makes healthy living accessible and affordable for everyone.

After going through his own health journey of restriction, counting calories and obsessing over food Sonny fell in love with ingredients, good quality food which nourishes your body and is full of goodness rather than some of the other products you may find in supermarkets today.

But as Sonny began searching for all the best products he noticed how expensive, confusing and difficult it was, he found that he was ordering products directly from various different brands and it was just inconvenient. This is where the idea for Well Easy came from, creating a one stop shop for all health and wellness products so you can get all you need in one box.

Through starting Well Easy Sonny has dived into research about supermarkets, how ultimately they are motivated by profit rather than providing us the best quality food. Sonny has also researched a lot into ultra-processed foods and how these are becoming more and more popular and readily available and also highly promoted rather than the cleaner and more natural alternatives.

This is an episode where we deep dive into the food system in the UK and how we all need to be going back to basics rather than turning for fast, convenient and ultimately unhealthy alternatives.

The topics we discuss are:

• Sonny's health struggles at university
• Obsessive and controlled eating behaviours
• Counting calories
• How to build a positive relationship with food
• Where the idea for Well Easy came from
• How Well Easy works
• The food system in the UK
• UK supermarkets
• Ultra-processed food
• Running a food business and the challenges you face
• What does wellness mean to Sonny
• The top quality wellness products on the market at the moment

To check out Well Easy head to https://welleasy.co.uk/

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week I am joined by the Co-Founder of Form Nutrition Natalia Bojanic where we talk about the power of protein in your diet for both your physical and mental health.

I have been a consumer of Form protein powder for 5 or more years and this is because it really is the best tasting Vegan Protein out there with incredible ingredients. But before Form I wasn't a protein powder consumer because I was scared of what protein powder would do, but now I have started taking protein powder every day I can't imagine life without it. Therefore in this episode, I discuss with Natalia the power of protein and how it is actually the building blocks of not only our bodily functions, muscle repair and growth but also our mental health and hormone balance.

Natalia comes from a background of PR and also of holistic health, naturopathic medicine and meditation. Therefore Natalia talks from a place of knowledge when it comes to health benefits both physically and mentally.

Form has grown from strength to strength in the UK and they are now taking on America with help from their newest team member and avid Form consumer Orlando Bloom.

Natalia and I deep dive into so many amazing topics in this episode including the following:

• Her life before Form Nutrition
• Why Form Nutrition came about
• How Protein Powder works
• How Protein Powder doesn't bulk you
• Why adding Protein Powder can be important to your diet
• Why Protein is important for your mental health
• Ingredients to watch out for in Protein powders that aren't good for you
• The plant-based diet
• Orlando Bloom as an addition to the team
• Expanding into America
• Form Feeding Fund

To get your hands on some Form Protein Powder (which I highly recommend you do) head to https://formnutrition.com/plant-based-nutrition/

or head to Planet Organic or Holland and Barrett

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week I am joined by my very good friend Melissa Tattam in order to dive into her secret obsession with Organic food, eating a balanced diet, and learning about personalised nutrition and anti-inflammatories. I say secret because many of you know a lot about Melissa's life and lifestyle but this area is one that she keeps to herself due to not being a qualified nutritionist and not wanting to advise incorrectly or mislead anyone. But she has done so much of her own research and gone through her own journey that I thought it was time to share it.

I think this episode is the epitome of the more you look the more you see because when you begin to research into health and wellness you realise how much we can do in order to be the healthiest version of ourselves.

Melissa has recently taken her health to the next level by going through a personalised plan with Pippa Campbell who is a Functional Nutritionist and with that she has found out more about her body, what vitamins she is low on, what her body can and can't process and a lot lot more!

Melissa is also passionate about making sure she is doing everything she can in order to feel the best version of herself and protect her body from the additives and chemicals that we surround ourselves with every day.

We deep dive into the following topics:

• What does Melissa's diet look like
• Why is she obsessed with Organic
• Everything in moderation - what that means to Melissa
• Her take on eating dairy and meat
• Why she never buys any food in plastic packaging
• Her relationship with food
• Her Pippa Campbell experience
• What vitamins and supplements she takes and why
• Her skin and what she uses
• What wellness means to her

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week, I'm joined by Shivraj Bassi, Founder & CEO of award-winning wellness brand, Innermost. He graduated from Imperial College London and spent 10 successful years at Goldman Sachs in London and New York. After deciding to take a break from banking to reconnect with his health. During that process, he saw that more people were coming around to the benefits of better health, but against a backdrop of an industry full of confusion, contradiction, fads and gimmicks. He decided there had to be a better approach, which led to the creation and launch of Innermost.

Innermost burst onto the scene in 2017. It's science-backed nutrition products are now stocked at more boutique fitness studios in London than any other nutrition brand as well as leading retailers including Ocado, Selfridges, John Lewis, Sephora and many more. The brand has also had huge success expanding internationally with listings in some of the most prestigious hotels, spas and fitness studios in Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Revenues for the brand are growing at over 100% Year-on-Year. As part of the brand's corporate responsibility initiative, for every purchase made by customers, Innermost donates a school meal to a child in need. So far in 2023, they've donated over 20k meals.

In this episode Shiv and I discuss the following topics:

• Shiv’s personal health journey before starting Innermost
• De-bunking myths and misinformation in the industry
• Trends v Science and making sure we're following the right information
• Ayurvedic and Asian medicine and the influence it has on Innermost products
• Supplements - do we all need them
• What signs should we be looking out for to indicate we need to add supplements to our diet
• Are there negative side effects to taking supplements
• Can we overdo it when it comes to supplements
• Can we become immune to supplements
• Protein powders and picking the right one for your needs
• Shiv's personal diet.

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week I am joined by Bethan Higson, Founder of Mother Root, who has created a magical, punchy, delicious and surprisingly healthy non-alcoholic drink, which is made using Apple Cider Vinegar.

A combination of Bethan's background in wine and champagne crossed with her being "pregnant and thirsty" yet disappointed with the options available, brought her to discover that New York bartenders had been recently experimenting with adding different vinegars to their cocktails in order to create another dimension to the flavour profile. This then inspired Bethan to start experimenting in her kitchen in order to find the perfect drink that she could have whilst pregnant and during the early years of Motherhood. Through taking her experience in wine, champagne and aperitifs Bethan started layering up flavours and balancing the different tones which created this complex yet delicious drink which although consisted of no alcohol had the sharpness and mouth feel of an alcoholic drink due to the vinegar element.

Bethan couldn't gate-keep this delicious recipe and so Mother Root was born in order to bring another, completely innovative drink option to the now expanding non-alcoholic market. As well as being a delicious drink, Mother Root has also been picked up amongst nutritionists and health experts due to the powers and benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar which is the main ingredient. So not only do these drinks taste amazing, but they consist of so many health benefits such as being anti-inflammatory, lowering your blood sugar levels and supporting your gut health.

This episode is so fascinating and just pushes the boundaries of what is possible within the food and drink space.

Bethan and I discuss the following topics:

• Her journey to Mother Root
• Her previous work within the wine industry
• How wine has inspired the Mother Root recipe
• Her obsession with sour
• Taste vs Flavour
• Drinking alcohol and the mouthfeel it creates
• The power of Apple Cider Vinegar
• Bethans relationship with drinking now
• Balancing being a mother and a founder

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week I am joined by Alex Smith who is the founder of Basic Arts, his aim is to help you re-strategise in order to make big moves and out-win your competition! Alex works with many businesses both within FMCG and other consumer brands in order to refocus the aim, get unstuck and excel in your field.

Alex and I discuss the purpose and value of strategy and how it is often overlooked. We also discuss how strategy applies to all areas of our lives, business and personal. We often find ourselves focusing so much on how we are communicating at work, whether it's in the correct tone of voice for the business, whether we are moving in the right direction and towards the right goals and so on. But what about in our personal lives? This is as important!

Do we have goals that we are striving for? Are we communicating in the way that we want to be perceived? Are we being our true selves?

Strategy is the pillar for direction in everything that we do and it is the one thing that is so easily ignored!

The topics that we discuss are:

• Alex's career to where he is now
• We buy brands and not products
• Challenger brands and how they cut through
• Most common mistakes when it comes to strategy
• Authenticity and the power of that in a business v fake it to you make it
• Having a plan vs Being fluid
• Hard work really pays off... doesn't exist
• Growing your Linked In following
• Personal Brand
• Top brands that are doing well at the moment

Alex has also got a book called the No Bullshit Strategy, which is now available if you follow the link below:

 https://www.amazon.co.uk/No-Bullsh-Strategy-Competitive-Advantage/dp/B0CHGZG4MK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2BDUN91VOTEFX&keywords=no+bullshit+strategy&qid=1694381368&sprefix=%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1

Lastly, in order to get your dose of strategy tips and tricks - check out Alex's newsletter here https://basicarts.org/newsletter/ 

This episode was hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Rob Wallis, Co-Founder of Moth the first single-serve canned cocktail brand which brings you a perfectly balanced cocktail wherever you may need it.

Moth wasn't always called Moth and it also wasn't always served in a can, so in this episode, I get to speak to Rob about the journey of MOTH, from having the idea to making it a reality and then pivoting in order to create a product which speaks to the consumers. In hindsight having a single-served cocktail ready to consume seems obvious as it isn't always convenient to have all the ingredients and spending the time creating the cocktail isn't for everyone, but no one was doing it. This is when Rob and his co-founder Sam had the idea to make the perfect old-fashioned that was as easy to drink as a beer.

This is when Buveur was born which then re-branded into MOTH.

In their journey, there was a lot of "luck" involved and being in the right place at the right time, although you may call it "luck" I would say that you create your own luck and there was a lot of hard work for 2 years before the pivotal moment that catapulted MOTH into what may seem like an overnight success.

In this episode Rob and I discuss the following topics:

• Life before MOTH
• Buveur and the re-brand to MOTH
• The name MOTH and what it means
• The vibe and culture they have created at MOTH
• Relationship with Co-Founder Sam
• How the journey started
• The pandemic and how it changed the company
• Being in the right place at the right time
• What wellness means to Rob
• Top bars in London
• Rob's last meal

This episode was hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Elisa Lune who is a Skin Health and Gua Sha expert and we talk about all things skin, from signs that we should look out for which may indicate that we need to change up our skincare routine, to how to stop ageing and how to protect our skin from pollution.

Elisa has worked in the skincare industry for many years from working on the shop floor in SpaceNK to working directly with top skincare brands such as Caudalie as well as taking courses in lymphatic drainage and Gua Sha. Therefore Elisa has a breadth of knowledge from products and trying too many which may cause "Space Face" (listen to find out what that means) as well as the ins and outs as to why Gua Sha is so essential for glowing skin.

The skincare industry is just so huge now and with TikTok constantly telling us the do's and don'ts whilst also sharing many people's skincare routine, I thought it would be super insightful to hear it from an expert.

We discuss the following:

• What signs we can look out for that show that we need to change something in our skincare routine
• Face mapping and what different spots in different places mean
• Red light face masks
• The power of Gua Sha and Lymphatic Drainage
• Working from the inside out
• How diet and hydration affect your skin
• Skincare recommendations
• Shelf life on skincare
• Ingredients to avoid in skincare products
• Less is more
• How our skin changes as we age
• Protecting our skin against pollution
• Answering some of the community questions

Elisa also gave some amazing recommendations which I have linked below:

The facial dry brush - https://sereniteskin.com/products/facial-dry-brushes?sca_ref=4201091.zqJT7BhYPi

The oil product - https://liveinthelight.co.uk/collections/living-libations-1/products/best-skin-seabuckthorn

The gua sha tool - https://mandypitcher.com/products/cjb-pro-nephrite-stone

The Caudalie toner - https://uk.caudalie.com/p/315C/vinoclean-moisturizing-toner-315c.html

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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This week in my kitchen I am joined by James Collier Co-Founder and Head of Nutrition at HUEL. This is James's second time on the podcast which is so exciting and in this episode, we are focusing on three main topics, ultra-processed foods, pseudo-influencers and his journey with publishing his book.

James has had an extensive career in Nutrition from working as a clinical nutritionist for the National Health Service to working for the Muscle and Body Building Industry and now Founding and Growing HUEL which was recorded to have 914,000 consumers in 2022. Therefore when it comes to Nutrition James really is at the front of all knowledge!

At the moment we live in a world where social media is where we turn in order to expand our knowledge on different topics and there are many highly regarded Nutritionists out there in order to help us do that, however, there are also many people out there spreading the wrong information and so it can often get confusing on what to believe and therefore what foods to eat and not eat. Therefore I thought I would get James back on the podcast in order to advise us on how to personally make the right decisions when it comes to our food, diet and nutrition.

We discussed the following topics:

• What does ultra-processed food mean
• Are all ultra-processed foods bad for us
• Examples of when ultra-processed food can be good
• How to know what actually is "good for us"
• Are we too obsessed with the science of food
• Influencers in the nutrition space
• How to know who to believe
• How influencers are spreading wrong information
• James's journey with getting his book published

Don't forget to check out James's Substack for more amazing information on all things nutrition

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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In my kitchen, I am joined by Lisa Unger who is an emotional and eating disorder therapist, she helps those who have been struggling all their lives with their relationship with food and with their relationship with themselves. Lisa supports her clients through compassion and understanding to feel empowered and give them the freedom to regain control of their lives again.

In this episode, Lisa shares her own journey with an eating disorder and how she uses her own experience and recovery to help others with theirs.

Eating disorders are a type of mental illness that stem from some sort of trauma no matter how big or small and in this episode I wanted to ask Lisa how we can help those that we love overcome their illness and support them in regaining their love of themselves and food. Food is mood and has such an impact on our long-term wellness but as with any mental illness addressing the issue should be done in a sensitive and delicate way.

In this episode we discuss the following topics:

• Lisa's personal journey with her relationship with food
• The deeper cause of eating disorders and why they happen
• How Lisa turned her relationship with food around
• Signs that we should be looking out for that would indicate someone needs support or help
• How to talk to someone who has an eating disorder about getting help
• Diet culture and diets
• Do eating disorders ever go away
• The mirror critic/self criticism and self destruction

To find out more about Lisa you can check out her website at www.lisaunger.co.uk or follow her on Instagram www.instagram.com/_lisaunger

She also has a free e-book that you can download here: The Hunger Within: Finding peace and freedom from emotional eating

https://mailchi.mp/053d4f1e8a88/gpsx4vzobe

This episode is hosted by Georgia Symonds and produced by Maisie Peppitt

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Georgia Toffolo to talk about all things dog nutrition. Toff really needs no introduction as I'm sure many of you have seen her gorgeous smile on your screens before, but in this episode, Toff and I are going to talk about a slightly different topic which links to her new business Wild Pack.

Wild Pack is a dog food brand paving the way for raw and natural food. We live in a world now where we are so aware of what we eat, how to live healthier lives, why we should be staying away from ultra-processed foods and how we should check the back of the labels to make sure we know what is inside our food. But what about our dogs' food? We have been conditioned to believe that the dried kibble that is crowding the shop shelves is the best option for our dogs' health when that isn't necessarily the case.

After Toff got her gorgeous dog Monty she had quite a journey with his health, his coat looked terrible, his breath smelt and his tummy was always making strange noises, after Toff got recommended to feed her dog raw food it completely changed Monty and consequently Toff's life and therefore she decided to start a brand promoting this lifestyle for dogs to make dogs healthier and happier.

In this episode we discussed the following topics:

• Toff's journey to Wild Pack
• How the idea came about
• How the process of creating the product was
• Packaging and logistics
• Why is raw so good for dogs
• What is actually in dog kibble
• Signs to look out for that will indicate you need to change your dogs' food
• Is food variety good for dogs
• Dog treats, what is in them and how can they be better
• The realities of starting a business

If you are interested in checking out WildPack then head to https://wildpack.com/

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Klaudia Lucia a Barry's Bootcamp Trainer and Fitness Enthusiast. Together, we dive into the world of Barry's, unraveling what makes this workout phenomenon so exceptional and Klaudia's journey into the fitness industry.

Barry's is renowned globally as being one of the most intense workouts you can do and as a Barry's attendee myself, I was intrigued to hear about the process of Barry's and why it is so effective. We unpack the dynamic fusion of intense cardio and weight training and how the two combined create great results.

Klaudia vulnerably shares her health struggles and how fitness became a pivotal solution in overcoming these challenges. This episode illuminates how fitness transcends mere physical fitness, significantly impacting overall health and mental well-being.

Key Discussion Points:

• Klaudia's Journey: From health struggles to thriving in the fitness industry.
• Barry's: Exploring what makes Barry's concept so effective.
• Power of Weight Training: Understanding its effectiveness.
• Community at Barry's: What it's like being part of the Barry's family.
• Food: Klaudia's relationship with food and how food massively affects her health conditions
• Holistic Health: Klaudia's insights into the relationship between fitness and mental well-being.
• Questioning the Industry: If given the chance, what would Klaudia change about the fitness industry?

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by the inspiring Max La Manna – a plant-based chef, content creator, campaigner, and avid food enthusiast! In this episode, Max shares his journey to a plant-based lifestyle, weaving through his experiences in acting, modeling, and cheffing. We delve into the story of how two Instagram videos catapulted his following by 60,000.

Max isn't just passionate about crafting delicious plant-based meals; he's on a mission to tackle food waste, a pressing issue as we discard 1/3 of the food brought into our homes. His new book, "You Can Cook This!" addresses this problem, offering mouth-watering recipes to transform commonly wasted foods.

I have followed Max for many years and have loved his style and energy in the kitchen, therefore having him in my kitchen this week was super exciting and we discussed the following topics:

• His first food memory
• His childhood and the food he grew up eating
• When and why he turned vegan
• Being plant-based
• His career journey
• Social media and growing online
• Food Waste and why it means so much to him
• The journey to writing his second book You Can Cook This
• Promoting his cookbook
• How the plant-based space has changed

If you want to get your hands on a copy of Max's cookbook, "You Can Cook This!", you can find it through the following the Amazon link

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In my kitchen this week, I'm joined by Nele, the founder of Naeo, a holistic supplement brand that's revolutionising the way we approach health. Naeo not only offers aesthetically pleasing and sustainable supplements but also introduces a delicious way to make wellness a part of your daily routine.

Nele opens up about her personal health struggles, particularly with cystic acne, and how her journey led her to recognize the significance of holistic health. Beyond just supplements, Naeo emphasises the importance of exercise, a balanced diet, and positive mental health. It aspires to be the brand that not only delivers a convenient supplement experience but also encourages accountability for overall well-being.

This episode delves into the evolving landscape of personalised health. Naeo, leveraging technological advancements, envisions a brand that considers the broader health spectrum. From tailored exercise recommendations to seasonal recipe ideas, Naeo aims to guide consumers in building a holistic approach to their well-being. Nele emphasizes the power of stacking healthy habits to create a positive impact on one's health.

In this episode we discuss the following topics:

• Nele's health journey growing up
• Her battle with cystic acne
• Holisitc health
• Her first business and why it didn't work
• The journey to Naeo
• Gummies vs Pill supplements
• Personalised nutrition
• The future of health and wellness

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This week in my kitchen, I have the pleasure of hosting the incredibly talented Sarah Wasserman, who serves as both the creative director and head chef at Mallow and Mildreds Restaurants. With nearly two decades of dedication to the Mallow and Mildreds group, Sarah has played a pivotal role in reshaping and elevating the standards of plant-based dining establishments.

Having immersed herself in the culinary world throughout her career, Sarah stumbled upon this charming, quirky restaurant in Soho almost two decades ago and has remained captivated by its charm, innovation, and creativity since.

Mallow and Mildreds are renowned in Londons food scene for changing the perception of plant-based dining and even changing people's minds about plant-based food. I'm excited to delve into a conversation with Sarah where we'll explore what sets these restaurants apart, how they've evolved while maintaining a leading position in London's dynamic food scene, and the secrets behind their ability to uphold unwavering quality, taste, and dining experiences throughout their expansion and development journey.

In this episode we discuss:

• Sarah's relationship with food and where her love for food came from
• Sarah's career journey
• What led her to Mildreds
• The background of Mildreds
• The difference between Mallow and Mildreds
• How has Mildreds changed over time
• What goes into creating a menu
• What a zero-waste kitchen means
• How to create deliciously tasting plant-based food
• Meat Alternatives
• Plant-based cheese recommendations
• Their third recipe book and the process of writing it

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In my kitchen this week I did something very daunting which was record my first solo episode!!!

This has been requested multiple times, but I always found it a little overwhelming and something that I always had imposter syndrome about, as while I thrive on engaging with others, delving into conversations about their lives and asking questions, sitting down to candidly discuss my own life didn't come naturally to me.

But we did it!

I thought we could end the year where I answered some questions that you guys had asked me which were the following:

• How did you get to where you are now
• How to navigate your 20s
• What is your morning routine
• What do I eat in a day

This episode is short and sweet and a little insight into a bit more about me!

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Louise Digby a BANT registered nutritionist and weight loss expert who is dedicated to assisting women in achieving their optimal well-being. Louise's objective is to end the cycle of crash dieting and to empower women to feel confident in their own skin. Louise is also the innovator behind the Nourish Method, a program designed to help women attain their desired physique, enhance energy levels, and address issues like bloating, bowel problems, and skin complaints. Having guided numerous women, Louise identifies and addresses the underlying factors hindering them from reaching their weight goals, which include a sluggish metabolism, hormonal imbalances, and mindset challenges.

There is no denying that Women's bodies work very differently from Men's. In this episode we delve into how the female body operates, exploring why women are more prone to gaining weight compared to men and what we can do to prevent it. Key topics include the ineffectiveness of restrictive dieting, strategies to prevent metabolism slowdown, the impact of aging on our ability to process alcohol, and insights into maintaining youthful skin and boosting collagen levels through dietary choices.

The talking points in this episode are:

• Why women struggle to lose weight as they get older
• Why do women struggle more than men
• Do women need to eat less as they get older
• Should our diets change and if so what food groups should we be focusing on
• Alcohol - why do women struggle to process it as they age
• Metabolism - how can we prevent it slowing down
• How can we prepare our bodies when we are younger in order to look and feel better when we are younger
• Weighing scales - why using them is not the best idea
• Ageing and wrinkles - what foods we can eat to boost our collagen
• What to look out for when choosing a good quality collagen
• Supplements - which vitamins do we need more of

I also want to highlight that Louise has a boot camp from 15th-19th January where she discusses all these topics - it takes place virtually and it is a great way to kickstart your year and get to know your body in more detail. To find out more click the link below

https://www.louisedigbynutrition.com/challenge

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Alex Griffiths Co-Founder of Roam a revolutionary sexual health brand that introduces innovation, sustainability, and confidence to the sexual wellness industry. I was so excited to have this conversation with Alex as I when thinking of topics I wanted to discuss on the podcast this year I realised that no one ever talks about sexual health enough when it is actually intrinsically linked to health and wellness.

Both Alex and his co-founder Ben grew weary of the industry's monotonous dominance by a single brand, Durex. Recognising the absence of a contemporary sexual health brand attuned to people's wants, needs, and desires in the market, they made the decision to fill that void.

Roam is boldly challenging the sexual health landscape by introducing genuine innovation to the market, which is truly exhilarating to witness!

In this episode Alex and I discuss the taboo topic of sex and sexual health whilst trying to work out why people don't talk about it, why people feel uncomfortable and why people don't see it as part of their own health and wellness.

The topics we discuss are:

• Why do people find it awkward and uncomfortable buying sexual health products
• Why is it important to normalise talking about sexual health and wellness
• Why did Alex and Ben start Roam
• Alex's previous career
• The reaction from friends and family when Alex told them he was starting a sexual health brand
• Lifestyle factors that affect your libido
• The effect alcohol has on your sex life
• The fact that sex is wellness
• How to compete with Durex
• Being censored online due to the nature of the product and topic
• How to communicate with people that don't want to be communicated to
• How do they want Roam to make a difference
• What being sustainable and inclusive means to them

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This week in my kitchen I am joined by Dr. Rhona Eskander one of the world's top dentists, Co-Founder of PÄRLA and a formidable female role model for many. While our discussion touches on subjects like dental care, oral hygiene, and PÄRLA, my primary motivation for talking to Rhona was to explore her journey leading up to her current position and to delve into how being a woman may have influenced or posed challenges along the way. Along this path, she has also ventured into the modelling industry and made appearances on prominent UK shows such as This Morning and Loose Women. Rhona has openly addressed aspects of her personal journey, including her relationship with herself, body confidence, and the concept of "pretty privilege" on various podcasts and social media platforms. These are the specific topics I aim to delve into more comprehensively in this episode.

The other topics we discuss are:

• Her career journey
• Featuring on Top UK TV shows pioneering cosmetic dentistry
• The challenge of being taken seriously as a woman
• PÄRLA - why it is so important to her
• Body confidence
• Women make you feel worse about yourself than men
• Diet culture
• Rhona's relationship with food
• The effect bulimia has on your teeth and oral hygiene
• Pretty fit privilege

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This week in my kitchen, we're joined by Milo McCloud, a fitness content creator and the Founder of Revive, a community centred around Hyrox. In this episode, I aimed to delve into the fundamentals with Milo, discussing his journey from school to university, his venture into entrepreneurship, and his evolution into a full-time content creator. Milo recounts his diverse experiences, from harbouring dreams of becoming a professional skier to ultimately dropping out of Exeter University, where he was pursuing sports science, in favour of heading to London and starting his career. But it is the lessons that you learn throughout all these experiences that prepare you for where you are today.

Throughout this episode, Milo shares insights into his physical transformation, from the initial desire to change his appearance to accomplish the remarkable feat of participating in both a bodybuilding competition and a marathon on the same day...insane I know.

But, such achievements come with a price—the pressure individuals impose on themselves or that society, particularly through social media, exerts to conform to certain standards of appearance and performance, potentially causing harm.

This was an amazing episode where Milo reveals the truths behind working in the fitness industry. But also it underscores the power of cultivating small habits and maintaining discipline, illustrating that one can attain anything with a determined mindset.

The topics we discuss are:

• Milo's school experience
• His dream to become a professional skier
• Milo's university experience
• Milo's career development
• 2019 - Mindset shift
• His fitness transformation
• Fitness becoming obsessive
• The pressure to look a certain way
• Milo's diet
• Milo's relationship with alcohol
• Building Revive
• The power of community
• Posting and growing online
• Where Milo wants to be in 5 years
• Motivation vs Discipline

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by Emily Champion, the Founder of the Champ Agency, a digital marketing agency. However, many of you may recognise her more as a content creator. Emily consistently shares her authentic self on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, taking us along on her journey of skin and gut health, as well as sharing travelling content, fashion, makeup and a lot more.

More recently, she decided to get her boobs done, documenting the entire process from decision-making to recovery on TikTok. These candid and open videos went viral as people were eager to get a behind-the-scenes look at a procedure many women contemplate.

Emily's transparency online is highly appreciated, and I was thrilled to have her in the kitchen to explore more about her health journey. While Emily's experiences are relatable, many of us struggle with the next steps to overcome similar issues. Hopefully, this episode will assist you in taking that next step and guide you on where to find the help you need.

We discuss the following topics:

• Emily's journey with her skin
• Cystic Acne
• Facials and skincare products
• Bloating
• Gut health
• Stress
• Diet
• Relationship with food
• Weight gain and weight loss
• Hertility
• Hormonal health
• Deciding on getting her boobs done
• The procedure
• The recovery

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Founder of Synergised Paula Benedi. Synergised is redefining healthcare by providing solutions that look into the root cause of your symptoms rather than merely treating them.Paula shares her personal journey of battling chronic health issues, discovering the power of functional medicine and natural health, and how it inspired her to create Synergised.

We explore the ethos behind Synergised, which offers personalized at-home lab tests to uncover issues ranging from hormonal imbalances to gut health. Through tailored consultations and supplement recommendations, Synergised empowers individuals to take control of their health naturally.

In this episode, we delve into practical strategies for addressing hormonal imbalances and gut health issues, emphasizing small lifestyle changes for significant improvements. Whether you're male or female, learn how to optimise your well-being and feel your best every day.

Join us as we challenge the notion that feeling less than 100% is the new normal, and discover how Synergised is leading the charge for a healthier, more holistic approach to healthcare.

The topics we discuss are:

• Paula's personal health journey
• What lead her to start Synergise
• The lab tests that she offers and how they work
• Hormonal Imbalance for both men and women
• What are the symptoms that we may experience if we have hormonal imbalance
• How to cure hormonal imbalance
• The toxins in our home, what they cause and how we can reduce them
• Ways to naturally detox
• Intermittent fasting - is it good for women?

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This is an amazing place to start taking control of your own health conditions

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This week in my kitchen I am joined by Roxy Marrone Co-Founder of Eyeam. Roxy, a holistic health coach, has teamed up with her mother, Margot Marrone, the former founder of the Organic Pharmacy, to establish the brand Eyeam (pronounced "I am"). Eyeam is a holistic brand that integrates the mind, body, spirit, and skin, recognising that each component is interconnected. The collaboration between these two influential women has not only produced excellently formulated products but also provides individuals with the tools to manifest their ideal lives.

In this episode, we delve into Roxy's background, where her motivation was primarily centred on aesthetics. She pursued methods to enhance her appearance even if they compromised her well-being, leading to hormonal imbalances and a loss of life's joy. Recognising the need for change, Roxy embarked on a healing journey, transforming her life through dietary adjustments and shifts in her mindset and language. Eyeam emerged from this personal journey, as Roxy's healing journey empowers her to guide others toward healing as well.

The topics we discuss are:

• Her upbringing
• Her mum's influence
• Her toxic stage where she was going down the path of destruction
• Her relationship with food
• Her healing journey
• Anti-inflammatory lifestyle
• Gut and Mind link
• Manifestation
• Eyeam
• Wellness
• Relationships and Love

Roxy has kindly given us all a discount code off of EYEAM products which is CATCHUPS15 which will give you 15% off

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Leah Chowdry who has made history by being the first British Asian Woman to ever swim the channel and she completed it in 14 hours and 44 minutes. Leah believes she was put on this earth to make a change and after a transformative experience in India, where she encountered the harsh reality of young girls subjected to exploitation and abuse, she was determined to effect change and break the cycle of suffering.

Upon returning home, Leah realised that no other British Asian Woman had swam the channel and this therefore motivated her decision to take it on as her next challenge. Leah's endeavour wasn't without its challenges, as she tirelessly raised £105,000 to support her cause. In this episode, Leah candidly shares the rigorous mental and physical preparations required and how surprisingly, it wasn't the physical demands of the swim that proved the hardest, but rather the mental strength needed to shift from a mindset of doubt to one of unwavering determination.

Leah's journey has been documented in her children's book, "Making a Splash," where she imparts the message that determination knows no bounds. Additionally, Leah has transitioned into a motivational speaker, collaborating with businesses and entrepreneurs to foster motivation and self-belief.

This episode is a testament to the power of mental resilience, embracing a can-do attitude, and conquering obstacles through sheer determination.

Topics that are discussed:

• Leah's experience in India and what motivated her to swim the channel
• The physical preparations involved
• Her diet to prepare for the swim
• The Asian community's response to her taking on the challenge
• The mental challenge involved in the swim
• The swim itself and the challenges involved
• Writing her children's book "Making a Splash"
• Becoming a motivational speaker at schools
• Becoming a coach to founder and individuals on the power of mental strength and determination
• Being a strong woman and whether that's intimidating to men

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In my kitchen this week I am honoured to be joined by Leebo Freeman who is an American-Brit born in Florida but raised in Manchester. Leebo has had an impressive career as an international model, having walked for renowned brands like Vivienne Westwood and Chanel. Additionally, he's ventured into acting and music, currently focusing on music production. With over 15 years in the arts, I sat down with Leebo to discuss the challenges and pressures of maintaining a certain aesthetic as an international model.

Beyond his artistic pursuits, Leebo is deeply invested in his health and wellness journey, constantly exploring new ways to optimise his well-being. Transitioning from dabbling with a plant-based diet, Leebo now embraces an animal-based or ancestral diet, centred around meat and raw dairy.

In this episode, we delve into Leebo's lifestyle and dietary choices during his modelling career and contrast them with his current lifestyle and diet. We explore the differences and how they impact his overall well-being.

The topics we discuss are:

• His early career and how it all started
• Being a top international model and the potential pressures
• The relationship he had with himself and his diet at that time
• Exercise and finding routine when travelling
• The Ancestral diet
• Transitioning from a plant-based diet to an animal-based diet
• Listening to your body
• Drugs and Alcohol
• Wellness and what works

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This week in my kitchen I am joined by Natasha Thomas Co-Founder of Lockdown Liquor the premium bottled cocktail company based in London which completely took our Lockdowns by storm. Natasha and her husband Jack came up with the initiative whilst sat at home during Lockdown that they could create bottled cocktails that all you needed to do was shake and pour to have a delicious drink, with all the proceeds going to the NHS. With virtual socialising on the rise and many tired of squeezing endless limes for homemade margaritas, their bottles quickly became sought-after, signalling to Tash and Jack that they were onto something special.

Lockdown Liquor then made the transition from business-to-consumer (B2C) to business-to-business (B2B), shifting its focus from helping consumers enjoy their Friday nights at home to assisting the hospitality industry in providing premium cocktails during busy evenings, particularly when short-staffed. This pivot significantly altered the landscape. Lockdown Liquor values itself on using premium ingredients to ensure a premium experience so whether you are on a plane, train, bar or at home, you should never have a bad cocktail again.

In this episode, I delve into Tash's journey with Lockdown Liquor and the unique experience of launching a business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, I explore Tash's role as the founder of another venture, Total Management Group, an events management company, discussing how she manages both businesses alongside her responsibilities as a mother. Finally, we explore the strategic decision to prioritize trade over direct-to-consumer sales and the resulting opportunities it has generated.

This is an incredible episode about an incredible brand which I think you are going to love

The topics that were discussed:

• Life before Lockdown Liquor
• Why was Lockdown Liquor started
• What did Lockdown Look like for you?
• Starting a business during lockdown - the pros and cons
• After Lockdown was lifted, how did the business change
• When and why did you launch Easy Liquor
• How do the two brands differ
• How does Lockdown Liquor differ to others on the market
• What's it like to work with your husband?
• How do you find the work life balance
• How do you feel being a female in a male-dominated industry
• What's your relationship like with alcohol
• Favourite Cocktail
• Future of Lockdown Liquor

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This week I am joined in my kitchen by Melissa Tattam for another conversation about all things food health and wellness and what Melissa does at home to live a healthy life and feel the best version of her.

If you don't know Melissa she is the co-host of the podcast Wednesdays which she hosts with her best friend Sophie Habboo and every week they go through girlie dilemma's that get sent in. She is also known for her time on the reality TV show Made In Chelsea.

Melissa's ethos is that she wants to do everything she can at home to be non-toxic, nutritious and clean to then be able to enjoy herself guilt-free when she goes out. In this episode as well as discussing a healthy diet and lifestyle, we also touch on balance and what that looks like for Melissa. I think it is very easy to only hear about what we shouldn't do and what we need to remove from our diets to be healthier but I think balance is also important and treating yourself to what you love is all about living the life you enjoy!

Melissa's knowledge comes from a place of passion and curiosity, she is not a nutritionist or a professional in this field but instead, she is eager to learn and also be proven wrong.

You guys loved the last one and so we are back for more, so in this episode, we discuss the following topics:

Supplements

Collagen

Dairy vs Non Dairy

Oral Hygiene

Oil pulling

Contraception

Diet

Well Easy (Melissa and my favourite online food shop)

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This week in the kitchen I am joined by Co-Founder of Bio&Me Jon Walsh.

Bio&Me is dedicated to promoting gut health and believes in the importance of dietary diversity. From granolas to porridge pots, their goal is to incorporate a wide variety of plants into every product. Founded by Jon Walsh and Dr. Megan Rossi, Bio&Me boasts a formidable team. With Jon's extensive experience in the food industry, having worked with renowned brands like Nestle, Procter and Gamble, and John West, coupled with Dr. Megan's background in science and nutrition, they possess the ideal skillset to revolutionize the market and raise awareness about the significance of gut health.

Recently, there has been increasing attention on gut health, which is fantastic considering its crucial role in overall well-being. Some even liken the gut to a "second brain" due to its influence on various aspects of our functioning and emotions. However, Bio&Me has been advocating for this long before it became a trend. Therefore, I wanted to speak with Jon about the journey of Bio&Me, its origins, and whether the heightened awareness of gut health is positively or negatively impacting the industry.

What's particularly refreshing about Jon's perspective is that he doesn't come from a scientific or nutritional background. Instead, he discusses gut health in straightforward terms, avoiding complex health terminology that can often be confusing and overwhelming. This episode is a fantastic way of understanding ways in which you can support your gut health as well as understanding why it is important that we all do so.

The topics we covered were...

• Why is Gut Health so important
• What are the affects of bad Gut Health
• Why did you start Bio&Me
• How did you bring Bio&Me to life
• What is your role in Bio&Me and how does it differ to Dr Megans role?
• What is added to Bio&Me that makes it so different to other brands on the market
• What is the difference between Probiotic and Prebiotic
• A lot of brands claim to have gut health benefits when they don't - how can they do this?
• How can consumers really tell if a product is going to be beneficial to their gut health
• How has the journey been bringing Bio&Me to life
• Did you have to educate consumers when you started
• Biggest challenges you faced as a business
• What's next for Bio&Me/ any NPD you can talk about

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by my brother Charlie Symonds to answer some of the questions that have been sent in! When thinking of how to structure the solo episode, Charlie was the perfect person to host the podcast as although we are super close we are complete opposites! In this episode, I answer questions on all things food, health, wellness and my journey to where I am today. Meanwhile, Charlie offers a unique perspective on the podcast, shares insights into his own health and wellness routines, and discusses areas he hopes to improve upon.

This episode is filled with lighthearted moments and marks a fantastic way to kick off the next 100 episodes!

We touch on the following topics:

• What is your daily routine
• How did you make the podcast your full time job 
• What are the challenges you face through hosting the podcast yourself and at home 
• Do you feel lonely working for yourself 
• How do you get through the lows 
• How do you motivate yourself 
• Manifesting - do you manifest and can you give us an example of something you have manifested 
• Collagen - what collagen do you take?
• What’s your goal with the podcast

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by the Glow Up Queen Izzy Utterson to talk about going back to the basics and making small changes in order to glow within. Izzy shares her personal transformation journey, transitioning from a period of struggles including binge eating and drinking, to finding happiness and self-improvement. She emphasizes that major transformations don't necessarily require extreme measures like juice cleanses or boot camps, but rather consist of making consistent, manageable changes on a regular basis, gradually leading towards desired goals.

In addition to Izzy's story, we explore the concept of "glowing up," highlighting its deeper significance beyond mere aesthetics. By focusing on personal growth at a fundamental level, one naturally undergoes aesthetic transformations as well.

Interestingly, we all possess knowledge of leading a healthy lifestyle, yet the real challenge lies in putting that knowledge into practice. In this episode, we delve into this struggle and other related topics, including:

• Painting the picture of Izzy in 2021 - Pre "Glow Up"
• Your journey to change - what triggered it?
• What does it mean to "Glow Up"
• How has your relationship with food changed from then to now?
• Liquid - the three liquids you often talk about are water - peppermint tea and dandelion tea - why?
• Habit stacking - what is this and how has it changed your wellness journey 
• Growing online - how has it been to grow online 
• Let them theory
• When did you decide to become a full-time content creator 

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by the Co-Founders of Hunter and Gather Jeff and Amy. Together, we delve into the fascinating journey behind their rapidly expanding brand and explore the principles of the ancestral lifestyle.

Hunter and Gather is a company dedicated to real foods, initially gaining traction with their avocado oil-based mayonnaise containing only five wholesome ingredients. Since then, they've expanded their offerings to include a range of condiments, dressings, sauces, and supplements. Their core belief is that the key to guiding individuals towards optimal health and well-being lies in providing them with access to quality products.

The inception of Hunter and Gather stemmed from Jeff and Amy's personal food struggles. When seeking clean condiments to enhance their meals, they discovered a gap in the market. This realisation fuelled their mission to create products that align with their ethos of clean, natural ingredients.

At the heart of their brand philosophy lies the concept of the Ancestral Lifestyle—a return to basics, prioritising nature over the industrialised processes prevalent in modern society. In this episode, Jeff and Amy delve deeper into the principles of the ancestral diet, shedding light on how the proliferation of processed foods is contributing to widespread health issues and chronic illnesses.

This episode covers the following topics:

• Jeff and Amy's personal food struggles which led them to Hunter and Gather
• How their target market has expanded and changed since 2017
• Supermarkets and whether they help or hinder consumers into making the right decisions
• The ancestral diet and lifestyle and what that means
• Seed Oils
• What oils we should be cooking with at home
• Avocado Oil
• Why Heinz and Hellmans is so bad
• MCT Powder and it's benefits

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Georgia Aldridge the Co-Founder of Sloane House Marketing which is a dynamic social media agency helping you grow your brand. As well as the agency Georgia has now opened up a studio where brands can use Georgia and her team to create their content as well as help with the strategy around sharing it.

In this episode Georgia shares her journey to founding Sloane House from barely making it through school to hopping from job to job with no real direction, to then finding her niche and doubling down on it.

Given the universal goal of online growth, I delve into key marketing enquiries with Georgia that are likely on the minds of many seeking to expand their presence online.

As this podcast primarily focuses on food, health, and wellness, I enquire about Georgia's interpretation of wellness. Her response diverges from the conventional, emphasising the pursuit of activities that bring her a sense of well-being and happiness, such as travel and freedom.

This episode delves into the concept of lifestyle design, highlighting the possibility of achieving one's desired lifestyle but acknowledging that it often entails making sacrifices along the journey.

Considering that we dedicate a significant portion of our lives to work, it begs the question: why invest time in something that doesn't bring happiness?

The other topics we discussed are:

1. Georgia career journey pre Sloane House Marketing
2. How did you start Sloane House Marketing
3. Marketing - Sustainable Growth vs Gong Viral
4. Tips to grow online
5. Sloane House Marketing has changed Georgia - how?
6. Balance
7. What does wellness mean to Georgia?
8. Motivation and Discipline
9. Being happy is being excited - how can one achieve this
10. Manifestation and the red car theory

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by Julius Cowdrey for a conversation on mental health, addressing the growing issue of loneliness, and finding our safe space, whether it's through coaching or community support.

Julius, known for his stint on Made In Chelsea, delves into his personal journey, from his involvement in music and television to his current partnership with his twin brother in creating a platform that aids individuals seeking self-improvement but lacking the means for one-on-one coaching or specialised assistance.

We all encounter moments of self-doubt, insecurity, and adversity, but it's our resilience and strategies for overcoming them that truly shape our character. Julius opens up about his own challenges and the tools he's acquired to navigate through them.

While mental health awareness has gained significant traction, the prevalence of loneliness continues to rise. Despite our interconnectedness through social media, there's a profound sense of disconnection. Julius and I delve into these dynamics and explore various related topics in depth.

Topics discussed:

• What mental health means
• What lead Julius to this space
• A time where Julius was at his lowest
• The emotional intelligence of men compared to women
• Safe space - what it is and how it works
• How fear can prevent action
• Relationships and how to overcome a breakup
• Hacking into your happy hormones

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This week in my kitchen, I have the pleasure of hosting Charan, the visionary behind Hearth, a captivating natural energy drink crafted from Yerba Mate. Originating from a plant native to South America, Yerba Mate has long been cherished in Argentina and is swiftly captivating the UK with its natural energy boost and many health perks. Charan embarked on the journey of founding Hearth with his wife and their with a mission is to make Yerba mate more accessible as well as introduce an energy drink that provides consistent energy and doesn't promote the post-consumption crash. Join us as we delve into the story behind Hearth and uncover the wonders of Yerba Mate.

We discuss the following topics:

• What is Yerba Mate
• Why is Yerba Mate not that popular in the UK
• The health benefits of Yerba Mate
• How Charan discovered Yerba Mate
• The journey to Hearth
• Alexis Mac Allister as ambassador of the brand
• The importance of an ambassador in brand building
• Their route to market through football
• Charans relationship with caffeine

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In my kitchen this week I am joined with Sarita the co-founder of Amilis Fertility. Amilis is a one-stop shop for all things egg freezing, they refer to themselves as the best-friend that holds your hand throughout the process, guiding individuals to the right clinic and ensuring they feel supported every step of the way. Sarita's personal fertility journey inspired her to establish Amilis, recognising the lack of knowledge and support she experienced during her own successful but challenging egg-freezing process.

In the past two years, there has been a remarkable 250% increase in egg-freezing rates, reflecting a significant demand driven by shifts in lifestyle and society. Factors such as expanded career opportunities and a desire to explore life before starting a family contribute to this trend. This prompted my conversation with Sarita, where I delved into the intricacies of egg freezing: its procedures, associated risks, costs, and the misconception of guaranteed parenthood. The episode didn't just explore egg freezing but also delved into fertility concerns for both men and women, making it a truly enlightening discussion.

The topics we discussed were:

• Sarita's personal fertility journey
• Sarita's journey to starting Amilis 
• At 25 years old, should I be thinking about fertility now
• The Egg Freezing process from start to finish
• Egg quality
• Do our lifestyle choices affect fertility
• The prime age to freeze your eggs
• How long do your eggs last in the freezer
• The risks involved
• Why do you need to collect so many eggs?
• The price
• Why the rate of egg freezing is increasing?
• Why sperm count is decreasing
• Men's lifestyle choices and the effect it has on fertility
• Contraception

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Will Pearson the Co-Founder of Ocean Bottle where we have a big discussion about the extent of the ocean's plastic pollution issue, what we are currently doing to reduce the amount of plastic going into our oceans and what more can be done!

Will is interested in combining entrepreneurship with social and environmental impact. He’s appeared on the Forbes 30 under 30 list and was named one of Norway’s Top 10 Leaders under 30 for his work towards sustainable development goals. After his engineering degree, William spent a year working at sea in the Indian Ocean, where he experienced first hand the effects of pollution on the ocean, and decided to pursue a career in environmental impact and business.

Ocean Bottle is a social impact brand first and, reusable bottle brand second. On a mission to prevent 7 billion plastic bottles in weight from entering the ocean by 2025, Ocean Bottle enables companies and individuals to have a global impact on stopping ocean plastic.

Its core product, the world’s most impactful reusable bottle, funds collection of 1000 ocean-bound plastic bottles in weight for every purchase. Ocean Bottle products stop ocean-bound plastic at the largest sources, setting up long-term infrastructure for plastic collection and supporting livelihoods in coastal communities worst affected.

Ocean Bottle has recently launched new ventures based on its impact platform Ocean Co which offers customers full traceability of funding. Ocean Bottle gives over 15% of its revenue to impact and has so far prevented 14,164,500kg of ocean-bound plastic, equivalent to 1 billion plastic bottles from reaching the ocean.

In this episode we discuss the following topics:

• The mission and concept around Ocean Bottle
• The pivotal moment of how Will then started Ocean Bottle
• Just how bad the global plastic pollution issue is
• How did the team start to tackle such a vast global issue
• Plastic as currency
• When the plastic is collected and recycled what happens to it?
• How the recycling system works
• How the UK deals with some of it's rubbish
• What more can we do to make a difference
• What businesses can do
• E-confessions

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This week, I am thrilled to welcome Stef Sword Williams into my kitchen. She is the founder of the remarkable book "F*ck Being Humble," where she advocates for the importance of effective self-promotion and challenges the notion that modesty is always the best policy.

In the UK, we are known for self-deprecating, often downplaying our successes and mocking our achievements. This mindset isn't healthy! We tend to believe that we can only celebrate ourselves when others do so first, and that putting ourselves down will make others feel better. However, to reach our goals and be recognised, we need to learn how to self-promote.

Stef Sword Williams launched "F*ck Being Humble" in 2018 out of frustration with the conventional approach to self-development and the missed opportunities that came from not speaking up.

I remember attending an event where Stef spoke about self-development, and I thought, "I have to get her on the podcast." And now, here we are!

In this episode we touched on the following topics:

• What do you mean by F*ck Being Humble 
• Why is modesty not always best 
• Why are we particularly bad at this in the UK compared to the USA
• We care what other people think - but often that is just a reflection of themselves and how they are feeling rather than a reflection on you and your successes or wins
• How can you promote yourself but also be gracious 
• Self-promotion also comes from confidence - what if your not confident?
• Self-promotion is only for the self-employed?
• Confidence vs Competence 
• In your book you touch on highlighting your failures but then also highlighting your strengths 
• Often we don’t see our own strength and failures - then what do we do?
• Fake it till you make it - what are your thoughts?
• Your journey to self-promotion and your career with Fuck Being Humble 

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week, it's just me in my kitchen as I share 26 lessons I've learned over 26 years!

With my birthday coming up on Sunday, I'm excited to celebrate. Since I love birthdays and celebrations, I thought it would be fun to have a solo episode on the podcast.

The main message of this episode is about the importance of continuous learning, growth, and self-improvement.

In this episode, I reflect on what I've learned about myself, the things I'm good at and areas where I need improvement. I'll also share some foodie tips I've picked up along the way!

This episode offers a bit of self-reflection and gives you a chance to get to know me better as your host.

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week, I'm joined in my kitchen by Dan Chappell, Co-Founder of UNTIL, the leading hub for London's top health and wellness practitioners. As the health and wellness industry booms, the demand for training, treatment, and coaching is at an all-time high. UNTIL identified a gap in the market, providing health and wellness professionals not only with a premier location and state-of-the-art facilities but also with a supportive community, tools, and guidance to help them grow and expand their businesses.

I sat down with Dan to discuss his journey to founding UNTIL, the other businesses he has started along the way, and how he brought the concept of UNTIL to life. We also delved into the future of the wellness industry, emerging trends, and what we can expect moving forward.

If you're passionate about the health and wellness industry, this episode is a must-listen!

Topics discussed:

• What is UNTIL
• Why is there a need for UNTIL
• Dan's school life being dyslexic and dyspraxic
• Dan's 20s - trying out different businesses and his journey to health and wellness
• What does health and wellness mean to him
• What UNTIL has taught Dan to date
• Getting Steven Bartlett on the board of UNTIL
• The future of UNTIL

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by Howey, the head of coffee at Grind, to delve into the art of making delicious coffee and explore the secrets behind Grind's success.

Grind began as an independent coffee shop in Shoreditch in 2011, known for its flat whites, great music, and vibrant atmosphere. It has since evolved into a much larger brand, with products now available in Tesco, Waitrose, and on Amazon, bringing that unique Shoreditch coffee shop experience to homes across the UK.

Coffee, much like wine, is more than just a beverage; it's a culture, a lifestyle, and an art form. In this episode, we celebrate all that coffee embodies. I also get the chance to address some pressing questions and debunk myths, such as whether coffee contains mould and if oat milk is really as bad as some say.

If you're as passionate about coffee as Howey and I are, this episode is definitely for you!

We discussed the following topics:

• What makes a good coffee?
• Coffee roasts - what does this mean and does it affect the caffeine?
• Milk and coffee - Milk can really affect the taste of the coffee
• Is oat milk as bad for us as it seems
• Decaf coffee - what is the process it goes through 
• Does coffee have mould in it? 
• How should we be storing our coffee does this affect the taste and shelf life?
• Some of the crucial parts to Grinds Success?
• Why do you blend coffee?
• Sustainability and being B Corp
• Which chain would you say does the worst cup of coffee?
• What’s next for Grind 

Check out Grind here

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by the gorgeous Yasmin to talk about her brand KODO, all things clean beauty and the power of fragrance when it comes to wellness, creating a moment or bringing back a memory.

While we all strive to improve our well-being through diet, exercise, and sleep, we often overlook the impact of the fragrances and creams we apply to our bodies and spray in our homes. The ingredients in these products can significantly affect our wellness and hormones

Yasmin, a fragrance enthusiast, noticed a gap in the market for home fragrances and clean beauty. She founded KODO to fill this void. Inspired by the Japanese tradition of KODO, where people gather to appreciate the art of incense, Yasmin aims to instil this same appreciation for fragrance. She encourages incorporating KODO into wellness routines, highlighting the health benefits of its clean ingredients and power to evoke memories of your favourite foodie moments.

We covered the following topics:

• The power of smell and how it affects how we feel 
• The power of scent in re-surfacing a memory, or how a scent can remind you of a particular person
• What does it mean to be clean beauty 
• What are some of the ingredients to look out for in fragrances and candles that are hormone disruptors and how do they disrupt our hormones 
• What other clean beauty brands do you recommend in other categories 
• The journey to KODO
• How does KODO play a part in your everyday 

Check out KODO here

They have just done a special collaboration with Remies Bakery - checkout the fragrance here

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by Lewis Moody, a former England rugby player, to discuss what it takes to excel both on the pitch and in life. Lewis has had an illustrious career, representing his country, winning World Cups, and turning his passion into a lifelong pursuit. However, upon retiring from rugby, he realised he needed to find a new passion for the next chapter of his life.

After transitioning from having coaches in all areas of his life to none, Lewis recognised the crucial role a coach plays. He decided to become a life coach and mentor, helping others achieve their goals. Lewis emphasises that while we might think we can succeed alone, having a coach is essential for providing feedback and guidance.

During his rugby career, Lewis also battled a chronic bowel condition called Ulcerative Colitis. Despite being told he would need lifelong medication, Lewis turned to the power of food. By completely overhauling his diet, he managed to heal his gut and eliminate his reliance on medication. Today, he lives symptom-free, thanks to his dietary changes.

In addition, Lewis founded the Lewis Moody Foundation, which raises money for those affected by brain tumours. In this episode, we discuss the importance of brain health and highlight how brain cancer, despite its prevalence, receives the least amount of cancer funding.

This episode is packed with insights on achieving high performance in both sports and life.

Topic Breakdown:

• Lewis's upbringing and the discovery of his love for Rugby
• How Rugby became his full-time career
• Being a high performer and a specialist in your field
• Mental strength when it comes to performance
• 2005 Lewis was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis
• The impact Ulcerative Colitis had on his life
• The power of food and how diet cured Lewis's condition
• His relationship with food
• Becoming a coach
• Lewis Moody Foundation
• Brain Health

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In my kitchen this week, I am joined by Dr. Jade Thomas, a registered psychologist who runs her own practice called Luxe Psychology. In this week's episode, we discuss everything related to breakups. Whether you are experiencing a romantic breakup or the end of a friendship, both can be equally traumatic and significantly impact your physical and mental health.

Your 20s and early 30s are a turbulent period of self-discovery, where we bring various people into our lives in different capacities, but letting go of these people can be incredibly challenging and may lead to issues such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.

Dr. Jade Thomas brings her expertise to the table as we explore how to cope with the aftermath of a breakup. We discuss the emotional and psychological impacts, and she shares insights on how she helps her patients manage these challenging transitions. Our conversation aims to provide practical advice and strategies for self-care and healing after a breakup. Whether you're ending a romantic relationship or a friendship, Jade's expert guidance will offer valuable support.

Tune in as we seek to understand the complexities of breakups and learn effective ways to move forward, ensuring our mental and physical well-being during these difficult times.

We discussed the following areas:

• The most popular cases that Jade sees in clinic
• How our health and wellness can be negatively affected by relationships
• How our body physically rejects a relationship
• Friendship breakups and how to navigate these
• Building a relationship with yourself and the power of this
• Control and Anxiety and how the two go hand in hand
• Social media and the comparison culture
• How Jade copes with her own mental health and wellbeing whilst helping others with theirs
• Three tips that people can take away today in order to help their mental health today

Discover Jade and her clinic:

To discover more about the clinic visit the website here - Luxe Psychology Clinic

Dr. Jade Thomas's Instagram - here

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week in my kitchen, I am joined by Madeleine Shaw, a Nutritionist, Yoga Instructor, and Holistic Health Professional who has spent a decade in the wellness industry. Madeleine's journey began in Sydney, where she grew tired of dealing with IBS and sought the help of a naturopath. The naturopath recommended a complete dietary overhaul, including more wholefoods, fruits, vegetables, and increased protein intake. Motivated by her improved energy and well-being, Madeleine started documenting her progress on her food blog, MadeleineShaw.com, to share her discoveries with others. This led to a successful career as an Influencer with 262K followers and the author of several Sunday Times Best Selling Cookbooks.

In this episode, I aim to delve into Madeleine's 10-year journey in the wellness space, exploring how the industry has evolved and how she has grown along with it. We also discuss the various health and wellness trends that have come and gone, and what true health means amidst a world of conflicting and misleading information.

Finally, I took the opportunity to ask Madeleine some pressing nutrition questions from both myself and the community. This episode provides an insightful look into the reality of wellness and features one of the original Instagram Influencers who started before the term "influencer" even existed.

We discuss the following topics:

•  Madeleine's journey with IBS and how her diet and lifestyle changed
• How she became a nutritionist and influencer
• Holisitc Health and what that truly means
• The wellness landscape and how it has changed over the last 10 years
• Growing online
• How to stay inspired as a content creator
• Madeleine's thoughts on milk, plant-based milk and raw milk
• Madeleine's thoughts on oats, vegetable oils, rapeseed oil and sunflower oil
• Tips on reducing bloating
• Fasting

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This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In my kitchen this week, I am joined by Ella Cooper, Co-Founder of Wylde, an online farmers market that connects you with locally sourced produce! If you, like me, are always on the hunt for fish from UK waters, truly organic eggs, or ethically sourced meat, then this episode is perfect for you.

In this episode, we explore Ella's journey from being 100% vegan—an approach that ultimately harmed her health—to her decision to reintroduce wild-caught fish into her diet. Her difficulty in finding sustainable fish led to the creation of Wylde, a venture she started with her Co-Founder Nick.

Wylde is a remarkable online farmers' market that uses technology to connect farmers, growers, fishermen, hunters, and foragers, delivering the freshest produce directly to your door. We discuss Wylde's mission, the importance of eating seasonally, locally, and ethically, and the challenges of making such choices.

This episode highlights the best in fresh eating, and if you believe in the significance of your food's origins, this service—and this episode—is for you!

Discussion points:

• Ella's experience being Vegan 
• Not letting your diet define you 
• Health is always being open to learning more and change
• The concept of Wylde
• What do consumers not see when they purchase animal products from a supermarket?
• Free range eggs - what does that actually mean 
• Wild salmon - what does that actually mean 
• Grass fed beef what does that actually mean 
• What to look out for in order to really get what you are looking for 
• Decline in Veganism - are we seeing a shift?

More about Wylde:

If you are keen to place your order head to - Wylde Market

CATCHUPS - £20 off your first box!

The market opens: Friday

The market closes: Wednesday

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This week in my kitchen, I am joined by Sarah Carolides, an incredible nutritionist and the Head of Nutrition at Zooki, a brand specialising in high-quality supplements designed for quick and efficient absorption by the body.

In this episode, I wanted to discuss with Sarah why we need supplements when our grandparents didn't, why it's challenging to get all nutrients from food alone, and how to choose the right supplements and trustworthy brands.

With so much information out there about vitamins, collagen, fish oils, and magnesium, it can become confusing and overwhelming. So, I decided it was time to break it down into manageable pieces and understand what we truly need and why.

Besides supplements, Sarah and I also explore which foods offer outstanding health benefits.

If you're like me and always striving to be the best version of yourself, this episode is for you.

Topics discussed:

• How much of our vitamins can we get from food
• Does everyone need supplements 
• How do we know which supplements we should be taking
• How can own-brand supplements be so cheap
• A lot of supplements don't work - how is that legal?
• The power of Vitamin D
• Do we need to be taking collagen
• Are Fish Oils good for us - which ones are the best quality?
• Magnesium - do we all need it and which ones should we take
• Can we get all we need from a multi-vitamin?
• Supplement absorption - liquid vs capsule
• Which foods should we all be eating to get the most amounts of vitamins and minerals

Zooki Seminar - Why Most Supplements Don't Work - watch here

Omega 3 brands that Sarah recommends:

Barefoot Nutrition

Cytoplan 

Nordic Naturals

Wild Nutrition

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Gemma Colao, the founder of the CBD brand OTO. Gemma’s journey with CBD began during her time in the fast-paced, high-stress fashion industry, where incorporating CBD into her daily routine brought significant improvements to her sleep, skin, and overall well-being. When she couldn’t find a brand that she truly connected with or felt confident recommending to her friends and family, OTO was born.

OTO is a wellness brand that seamlessly integrates CBD into a wide range of products, including skincare, oils, drinks, and balms, ensuring that every aspect of wellness is covered. Notably, OTO is one of the pioneers in incorporating CBD into skincare, an ingredient that has shown remarkable benefits in balancing the skin—whether you’re dealing with menopause or managing stress. Since the skin is our largest organ, maintaining its balance is key to looking and feeling your best.

I gained incredible insights into the power of CBD during this episode, and I’m sure you will too!

Topics Discussed:

• Gemma's journey to discovering and using CBD
• How does CBD work and why should it be part of ones daily routine
• CBD absorption into the body
• CBD in skincare - what are the benefits 
• CBD and the menopause - how can CBD help?
• CBD Focus and CBD calm - How can CBD help you focus whilst also keeping you calm
• What do you think stops people from using CBD - what are the barriers
• Spa’s - it’s a great way of accessing new markets 
• CBD legalities
• How was it starting OTO - with all the legalities of CBD
• Future of OTO 

This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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This week in my kitchen in Mallorca, I'm joined by Steve Perez, the Chairman and Founder of Global Brands, a company that has been crafting delicious beverages since 1977. If you're familiar with VK, Franklin and Sons, or Hooch, then you already know Global Brands!

Global Brands is the proud home of VK, Franklin and Sons, Hooch, Shake Baby Shake, Lustre, Amigos, Corkys, and many other popular brands.

Steve has a keen eye for spotting trends and understanding what consumers want, allowing him to consistently deliver successful brands with quality and wide distribution.

In this episode, I wanted to talk to Steve about his journey with Global Brands and the inspiration behind some of his major successes. As many know, launching a successful drinks brand is a significant achievement, but doing it multiple times takes more than luck—it requires real talent.

So, if you're as curious as I am about how VK became a staple of university nights out, be sure to give this episode a listen!

Topics Discussed:

• The start of Global Brands - how did it all begin
• How did the idea for VK come about?
• Was it always the plan for it to fuel university nights out?
• Franklin and Sons - when did this come into the mix
• How do you position Franklin and Sons against Fever Tree
• What does it take to build a successful drinks brand - what do you need in place?
• Why do some brands fail? What are the common traits?
• What are you most excited about within the drinks market?
• Let's talk about your hotel Casa - when and why did this come about? 
• Your farm and the link between the farm and hotel

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In this week's episode, I'm joined by Sam Curran, the professional cricket player who represents both England and Surrey, and who was signed at just seventeen years old. I wanted to dive into Sam's lifestyle both on and off the pitch, exploring key wellness topics like sleep, supplements, and mental health. In professional sports, the mental game is just as crucial as the physical, so I was keen to hear how Sam manages the pressure to consistently perform at a high level and what strategies he uses to unwind.

We also discussed the strict rules and regulations around supplements, protein powders, and anything that could be considered an unfair performance enhancer in professional sports. This is a highly sensitive and tightly regulated area, to the point where even certain steaks might be off-limits due to the hormones they could contain.

Finally, Sam shared his passion for coffee, including the fact that he takes his coffee machine on tour with him. He’s also recently teamed up with his brother to launch a coffee company called Naked Grounds.

This episode is packed with insights and stories about Sam that you might not know, and I think you're going to love it.

Topics Discussed:

• Did you always know you wanted to play Cricket Professionally?
• Do you feel pressure to keep performing and if so how do you cope with that pressure 
• Mental Health - mentally I would say you have to be super strong when it comes to professional sport especially when games span over longer periods of time - how do you cope with that?
• Being in the public eye you need to be mentally strong too - how do you cope with that 
• Sleep - during games you must come off the pitch with an element of adrenaline - how do you wind down before going to bed
• Travelling - is there anything you take from home with you when your away for long periods of time food/drink or supplement wise 
• Your love for coffee
• Naked Grounds Coffee Company
• Supplements and the rules and regulations that need to be followed in professional sport
• Competing against your brother in the game
• Goals and aims for the future
• Cricket Quick Fire

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This week in my kitchen, I'm bringing you a solo episode from Mallorca all about diet and nutrition. I often get asked about what I eat and whether I'm still plant-based, so I decided to dedicate this episode entirely to discussing my diet and nutrition journey.

My goal is always to be the healthiest version of myself, so in this episode, I talk about my experience with being plant-based and my decision to reintroduce some animal products into my diet, including the process of navigating vegan guilt. I also touch on the areas of health I've focused on this year, such as supplements, protein intake, and choosing the best quality olive oil and salt.

Additionally, I really enjoyed answering some of the health and wellness questions you sent in!

This episode offers a deep dive into health and nutrition, and I hope it gives you a glimpse into what I do and believe in. But, as I always say, everybody is unique, and the key to feeling your best is to listen to your body and do what works for you—not necessarily what everyone else is doing.

The topics discussed:

1. My health and diet journey to date from being lactose intolerant to plant-based
2. My current health and wellness focuses and priorities
3. How to reduce bloating and what tends to cause more bloating
4. The process of introducing more animal products into my diet
5. The process of feeling Vegan Guilt and how to overcome it 
6. My thoughts on meat alternatives
7. Plant-based proteins that I love
8. Answering some of your health and wellness questions
9. Recipes that I love for breakfast and also simple and quick recipes to make at home when you have little time
10. Supplements that I take and why

Smoothie recipes that I mentioned:

Blueberry Dream:

1 Frozen Banana

1 Cup of Frozen Blueberries

2 Tbsp Form Vanilla Protein Powder

1 Tsp Maca

1 Tsp Chia Seeds

Almond Milk

Chunky Monkey:

1/2 Frozen Banana

1/2 Frozen Avocado

1 Tbsp Cacao Powder

1 Tbsp Cacao Nibs

2 Tbsp Chocolate Peanut Form Protein Powder

(1 Tbsp Nut Butter optional)

1 Tbsp Linseeds

1 Tbsp Psyllium Husk

Almond Milk or Hazelnut Milk

Green Goddess:

2 Handfuls of Spinach

1 cup of frozen grapes

1/2 Frozen Banana

2 Tbsp Vanilla Form Protein Powder

1 Tbsp Spirulina

1 Tsp Wheatgrass

Almond Milk or Coconut Water

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Natalia Rudin, also known as Nats Nourishments on social media. We’ll discuss her remarkable journey to becoming a content creator, including how she skyrocketed to 1.4 million followers on Instagram and 759K on TikTok.

In this episode, we explore Natalia’s path from working in pubs and restaurants to becoming a personal chef, and eventually transitioning to full-time content creation. Natalia reveals her commitment to growing her online presence and the effort required to achieve real results and gain traction.

Additionally, Natalia opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder. Although she followed a vegan diet for five years, she explains how this was a way of masking her eating disorder. To heal and improve her relationship with herself and food, she needed to remove all restrictions and reintroduce animal products into her diet. She shares her experience in detail and discusses how she navigated this transition with her followers, especially when she felt her identity was closely tied to being a plant-based chef.

This is a truly freeing conversation about the power of food and an amazing insight into the life of a content creator

Topics discussed are:

1. Natalia's first food memory
2. Natalia's relationship like with food growing up 
3. The process of falling in love with being in the kitchen
4. The best skill or lesson your learnt
5. How to make food/content creation and becoming a food influencer your full time job
6. Natalia's journey to plant-based
7. Natalia's journey to introducing animal products back into her diet
8. Natalia's eating disorder
9. Sharing her journey on social media
10. Quick tips on how to cook healthy food at home

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Olivia Jenkins, the founder of D.Louise, a jewellery brand known for creating beautiful, long-lasting pieces at affordable prices. In this episode, Olivia and I discuss grief and loss—topics we all experience when losing loved ones, yet rarely address as part of our overall health and wellness, even though they play a significant role. Olivia has faced the heartbreaking loss of both her mum and brother, and in this episode, she graciously shares her journey through those dark times, transforming her pain into fuel for her business and her approach to life.

D.Louise is named in honour of Olivia’s mum, and through building the brand, Olivia has found a way to give her mum a lasting legacy.

This is an open, heartfelt conversation about the delicate subject of loss, but it's also incredibly inspiring—a discussion we can all connect with on some level.

Topics discussed:

1. What was your childhood like
2. How did you start D.Louise
3. Naming the brand after your mum
4. Battling with grief and loss
5. How losing your loved ones has affected your outlook on life
6. Being a female founder - the challenges and opportunities
7. Working with you fiance
8. Growing your confidence
9. What does wellness mean to you
10. Mood Boosting kit

Wellness book that was referenced:

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Kathryn Pinkham Founder of The Insomnia Clinic who has been working in sleep for 15 years. In this episode we deep dive on all things sleep and talk about the main reasons that people struggle to get to sleep and what to do about it. Sleep has been a hot topic of conversation recently with the awareness of it's importance to our overall health being highlighted more than ever!

I also had some burning questions that I was curious to here Kathryns thoughts on such as what causes a racing mind at night and what we can do about it to whether a chamomile tea or a hot bath helps you fall asleep.

This is your go-to guide for the best nights sleep and what's even better is the steps you need to take have never been so simple or manageable

We discuss the following topics:

• What are the main reasons that people struggle to sleep?
• What is the difference between Insomnia and being a bad sleeper?
• How do you sleep better?
• Why do some people have a racing mind at night
• Does the time that we go to bed make a difference
• Are the hours before midnight more important than the hours after midnight
• Food and sleep - are their foods that helps us sleep or stop us from falling asleep
• The relationship between your bed/bedroom and sleep 
• How can you create a bedroom that is optimum for good quality sleep 
• What are your thoughts on naps?
• Counting sheep/listening to rain or wave sounds - why do people do this?
• Are there any gadgets/supplements or remedies that you recommend
• What is your night time routine?

To check out The Insomnia Clinic here

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Carli Wheatley, also known on Instagram as the Lymph Lover, for an in-depth discussion on all things lymphatic! We explore what the lymphatic system is, how it functions, and how lymphatic drainage massage can help move fluid throughout the body. We also dive into the lifestyle changes and home remedies that can support a healthy lymphatic system.

In today's world, we're constantly exposed to toxins, which can cause blockages in our lymphatic system. That's why it's more important than ever to understand how it works and how we can keep it functioning optimally by stimulating it and eliminating these toxins.

Carli explains how lymphatic massages can be self-administered and how simple actions like breathing and sweating help remove waste from our bodies. She covers this in detail and demonstrates, in a bonus episode, how to perform a 10-minute lymphatic drainage massage at home.

If you’re feeling bloated, dealing with excess water retention, or think your body isn’t clearing toxins as efficiently as it could, this episode is perfect for you!

The topics discussed are:

• What is a lymphatic drainage massage?
• What are the benefits of it?
• How does our lymphatic system work
• Why can’t our body detoxify naturally
• How often should we be doing a lymphatic drainage massage?
• Does stress play a part on our lymph system
• Our lymph system and sex drive is there a correlation?
• Lymph and gut health?
• What causes water retention?
• The foods we eat and water retention
• Is it true that women tend to hold onto more water than men?

To book in for a 1-2-1 with Carli contact her on

07584434485

Tell her you are part of the Catch Ups Community and she will give you a discount!

You can also follow Carli over at @lymphlover

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In this bonus episode Carli Wheatley goes through a 10-minute at-home lymphatic drainage system tutorial!

So light a candle, put your headphones on and it's time to relax, move fluid and detox!

If you would prefer to watch this then catch the full tutorial on YouTube!

This is a really easy way of getting fluid moving in your body and opening up your lymphs

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This week in my kitchen, I'm excited to be joined by the co-founders of London Nootropics, Zain and Shez, to chat about all things functional mushrooms and adaptogens. We'll explore why so many people are incorporating them into their daily routines. 

Zain and Shez are two friends who began adding functional mushrooms to their morning coffee after experiencing the benefits firsthand. Whether you're interested in supporting brain health, regulating the nervous system, or boosting energy without a cortisol spike, functional mushrooms have something to offer.

Over two years, Zain and Shez perfected their blends, creating Mojo, Flow, and Zen — each designed to target specific needs. They launched the brand in 2020, and by 2022, their appearance on Dragons’ Den, followed by investment and support from Deborah Meaden, rapidly increased their brand visibility, helping them grow into the company they are today.

In this episode, I not only want to explore the co-founders’ journey but also go back to basics to uncover why mushrooms are so beneficial for our health. We'll discuss which mushrooms offer which benefits, since it can be a bit overwhelming.

- Lion's Mane: Known as the brain mushroom, it supports mental clarity and cognitive well-being.

- Rhodiola: A stress-reliever, helping to combat both mental and physical stress.

- Cordyceps: Known for power and endurance, it's perfect for boosting energy, especially for fitness or pre-workout.

- Ashwagandha: The balancing mushroom, it stabilizes physical stress levels, promoting a sense of calm in the body.

In this episode we discuss the following topics:

• What are adaptogens 
• Why did you start London Nootropics 
• The three different types of blend - flow - zen and mojo - how do they differ?
• How do mushrooms work in our body?
• Different mushrooms and their benefits
• What’s the difference between shrooms and functional mushrooms
• Mushrooms are becoming more popular in the health and wellness space - is there anything consumers need to look out for when choosing their products in this space?
• Dragons Den experience and have you made any changes since 

If you want to check out London Nootropics and get your hands on some of their blends head here

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Ed Foy, co-founder of the health brand PRESS. PRESS began as a cold-pressed juice company and has since grown into a full-fledged health brand with products that cater to every meal of the day, from breakfast to dinner.

10 years ago, Ed and his co-founder Georgie drew inspiration from the vibrant health and wellness culture in LA, aiming to bring that West Coast lifestyle to London. In LA, a focus on health and wellness fuelled demand for juices, wellness shots, leafy green salads, and chia pudding bowls—items that became symbols of a health-conscious lifestyle that people eagerly embraced.

Ed and Georgie started their journey by making juices at night and selling them by day at Old Street Station, where they quickly saw a growing demand. People were enthusiastic about investing in their health, and delicious, nutrient-dense juices were an ideal gateway.

In this episode, Ed and I discuss how to elevate your health through juice cleanses, the difference between cold-pressed and regular juice, and how the health and wellness industry is evolving.

Episode topics:

• Health and wellness as a lifestyle rather than a diet
• The press journey from LA to London
• How the wellness landscape has changed
• What is a cold-press juice
• Juices vs smoothies
• Juice cleanses and their benefits
• PRESS has diversified into other products
• Ed's journey to wellness
• The power of breath work

Check out PRESS here

If you are interested in buying a juice cleanse or any other PRESS product use code GEORGIASYMONDS for 10% off your order

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In my kitchen this week, I’m joined by Niall Kiddle, the founder of Organised, the world's first 100% natural beef organ protein supplement. Having Niall here was a real treat— as although our diets and lifestyles look completely different on paper, we actually share quite a few commonalities.

Niall’s journey into the Ancestral Lifestyle began around six years ago, inspired by Joe Rogan, Ben Greenfield, and Paul Saladino. Since then, he’s been captivated by how this way of eating has transformed his well-being, from boosting his energy and enhancing his skin to improving his overall vitality. His passion for the benefits of the Ancestral Diet drives his desire to share it with others.

One challenging part of the Ancestral Diet is the inclusion of organ meats like liver and kidneys. Although these are packed with nutrients, they’re not always easy to incorporate. That’s why Niall created Organised, a supplement that combines beef collagen, bovine colostrum, a bovine organ complex (including liver, heart, spleen, and lung), Celtic sea salt, raw honey, maple syrup, and date—all in one convenient serving.

In this episode, Niall and I delve into what the Ancestral lifestyle is all about, the foods he chooses to eat (and avoid), and the reasoning behind his choices.

We also dive into lively discussions on topics like raw milk, alcohol, and morning routines!

This episode is packed with insights you’re going to love. While the Ancestral Diet may not be for everyone, there are definitely some principles that we can all incorporate into our daily lives!

Topics we discussed:

• Why should we eat organs?
• Eating nose to tail - what that means and why it is important?
• What is the ancestral diet?
• Your journey to the ancestral diet and to starting Organised?
• What is in organised?
• What does it mean to live ancestrally
• Does your diet/lifestyle ever restrict you?
• Raw Milk
• Why should people avoid supermarket milk?
• Your relationship with alcohol

To check out Organised click here

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This week in my kitchen, I'm joined by Simon Lamb, who uses various wellness practices to help people reconnect with nature, because as a society we are becoming increasingly disconnected. In this episode, we discuss his approach through Breath Work, Qigong, and Cold Water Therapy.

Our main focus is on breath work, exploring how intentional breathing can transform our lives. As Simon shares, our breath is our lifeline; when done improperly, it can harm our wellbeing, but when practiced mindfully, it can have a profoundly positive effect.

We dive into different types of breath work, from calming, relaxation-focused techniques that support our nervous system to more intense, transformative practices.

If you're curious about breath work or eager to learn more, this episode is made for you!

As well as focusing on the breath Simon and I explore a range of other topics such as...

• The power of the breath
• Why is breath work becoming more of a common wellness practice 
• Forgetting to breathe deeply and only taking short breaths
• COVID masks and breathing - do you think this affected how we breathe now?
• Some people can cry after breath work sessions - why is that?
• Qigong - another practice you focus on - what is it and why do you focus on it 
• Nature connection - I feel like we are becoming more and more disassociated with the outside world - what damage can this do and how can we get back to some normality and association 
• Men’s Mental Health 
• Cold water therapy - I’ve heard it’s not great for women
• Your own health and wellness journey

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Amira, also known as The Communication Expert, for an insightful conversation about mastering the art of communication. We explore how to effectively express yourself and connect with others to achieve your goals—whether in your personal life, professional endeavours, or relationships.

I firmly believe that strong communication skills are the key to success. Without them, it’s difficult to seize opportunities or resolve challenges that may be holding you back. That’s why improving how you communicate can be one of the most valuable steps you take toward personal growth and achieving your ambitions.

In this episode, we delve into different communication styles and why understanding your own style is crucial for navigating various situations. We also discuss how communication extends beyond just the words you use—it includes your tone, body language, appearance, and much more. Additionally, we explore how your communication style shifts depending on the environment you’re in.

Another essential aspect of communication is listening. We examine what it means to truly listen and how to recognise when someone is actively listening to you.

This episode is packed with practical advice and actionable tools to help you elevate your communication skills and accomplish your goals, whatever they may be. It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance how they connect with the world around them!

The topics that we discuss:

• communication styles
• what if you are a blend of different communication styles
• the secret to success is being a good communicator but can successful people communicate?
• How to change your communication style depending on your situation
• The importance of being a good listener
• How to communicate in a relationship
• Boundaries
• Body language and tone of voice and how that impacts communication
• Conflict and dealing with conflict
• Wellness

To work out which communicator you are take the test here

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by the incredible Manon Eleri—model, mum of two, and holistic health coach. Together, we dive into the often overwhelming pressure to be perfect and unpack Manon’s inspiring health journey.

Starting her modeling career at a young age, Manon shares how societal pressures led her to strive for an unrealistic body shape, resulting in orthorexia and over-exercising. In this candid conversation, she opens up about her transformation from a place of obsession to finding balance, acceptance, and joy in her relationship with food and exercise.

Manon also introduces the concept of Primary and Secondary Foods, which I absolutely love. She explains how the “primary foods” in life—like your relationships, career, hobbies, and love—are just as essential as the “secondary foods” on your plate. Manon shares her personal journey of nurturing both, highlighting the importance of creating harmony between these pillars of health.

We also discuss motherhood and how to raise children to be their healthiest selves while fostering a positive, freeing relationship with food.

This episode is an inspiring reminder to release the pressure of perfection and embrace holistic health in all areas of life.

The topics we disucss are:

Early Years: Health and Body Image

• Reflecting on your late teens/early twenties: what did health mean to you then, and how did you view your body compared to now?

Defining Health

• What does health mean to you in your current life?

Food and Nutrition

• What does your diet look like?
• What are your non-negotiables when it comes to food?

Fitness and Movement

• What is your relationship with exercise?
• What types of fitness routines work for you, and what doesn’t?

Motherhood and Self-Care

• How do you find time for yourself as a busy mum?

Children’s Nutrition and Eating Habits

• What are your main principles when it comes to food for your children?
• How do you balance avoiding restriction while ensuring they grow up healthy?

Experiences in the Modelling Industry

• Did you ever feel pressure to look a certain way or maintain a specific size?

Journey to Becoming a Health Coach

• What inspired you to pursue a career in health coaching?

Learnings from Health Coaching Training

• What are some key takeaways or lessons you’ve gained from your training?

Current Health Routines and Wellness Practices

• Are there any health routines, rituals, or wellness practices you’re currently loving?

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In this week’s episode, I’m back with the final solo episode of the year—a deeply personal one where I open up about one of my biggest insecurities. This has been an episode I’ve hesitated to record, as the topic feels trivial on the surface. Yet, I’ve come to realise its significance, not only in my journey but also in how it might resonate with others who feel similarly. My hope is that through sharing, listeners will feel seen, understood, and less alone.

Insecurities are often invisible to others but can feel overwhelming to us. Despite reassurances or external validation, the true resolution lies within—whether through self-acceptance, growth, or change. What may appear as a superficial concern often taps into deeper emotions like imposter syndrome, pride, self-worth, or perfectionism.

In this episode, I delve into these themes and reflect on how insecurities shape our inner worlds. To wrap things up, I also answer your questions on food, health, and wellness—a blend of the practical and personal to close out the year.

Tune in for an honest, reflective, and empowering conversation.

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Karlee Zhang, the founder of Hello Klean—a brand dedicated to protecting your skin and hair from the effects of hard water! Karlee’s inspiration for Hello Klean came from her personal experience. Travelling for work and encountering different water qualities, she noticed significant changes in her skin and hair. After much trial and error, she discovered that hard water, not her products or routine, was the culprit behind her sensitivities.

In this episode, Karlee and I dive into the science of hard water, its impact on skin and hair, and why filtering your water is a game-changer. We also touch on why London’s water is particularly notorious for causing issues.

If you’ve ever struggled with skin sensitivities like eczema, psoriasis, unexplained rashes, hair thinning, or brassiness, this episode is a must-listen!

Topics include:

• Hard Water - what is it 
• Why does our skin and hair not love it - what can be caused by hard water?
• Which areas in the UK struggle the most with Hard Water and why?
• What was your personal experience with hard water and what made you start Hello Klean 
• How the products and filters work
• TikTok - how has that impacted the growth 
• Dragons Den experience
• What does health and wellness look like to you now?

To check out Hello Klean head to their website

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Catch Ups In KARVE

This week we had an away day to the Karve Studio in Chelsea where they opened their doors to their fourth studio and second in London!

To celebrate their opening I did a live panel where I was joined by some of their regular members to have a discussion around Pilates, Holistic Wellness and the rituals that we will be taking with us into 2025

On the panel I was joined by:

• Izzy Utterson who is known on Instagram for her Glow Up Tips
• Julimar a two time Olympic Swimmer
• Yulia Founder of KARVE

The topics discussed on the panel were:

• How they discovered Pilates?
• Does Pilates work as part of a greater workout plan or do you only do Pilates?
• How has adding Pilates into your life changed your day to day?
• Wellness is more than just movement - there are other pillars involved as well - could you all share what wellness looks like to you in relation to the other pillars
• It’s December and we are all rounding up 2024 - when you look back are there any wellness routines or non-negotiables that you have added into your lifestyle that you now can no longer live without 
• What makes KARVE different from other pilates classes in your opinion?
• What’s next for KARVE?

To check out Karve head here

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This week, I’m joined by a very special guest—Melissa Tattam! We’re back in the kitchen, and this time, we’re whipping up a healthy twist on Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cookies, thanks to amazing ingredients from Well Easy.

All the ingredients we use are refined sugar-free and as wholesome as they come!

While baking, Melissa and I chat about all things festive, from our favourite Christmas traditions to what’s on this year’s holiday menu. We also dive into a hot topic: should you stay in your pyjamas all day on Christmas?

Well Easy is the ultimate online health food store and Melissa and I's favourite place to purchase all of our healthy food staples! If you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s a treasure trove of clean and natural products—from 100% almond butter to toxin-free household essentials and healthier versions of classic sauces like mayonnaise, ketchup, and sriracha.

Tune in for cozy kitchen vibes, festive chats, and a delicious recipe you’ll want to try for yourself!

They have kindly given the catch ups community a discount code to use going into the new year which is CATCHUPS10 and this gives you £10 off your first order. Click the link below

Well Easy

Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cookie Recipe:

(Makes 10 small cookies)

100g Organic Ghee

25g Raw Pistachio Butter + more to drizzle pre/post baking

150g Coconut Sugar

1 egg

175g plain flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp flakey salt

1 tsp vanilla paste

30g shelled pistachios, chopped

70g 80% dark chocolate chips

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 200c. Add your ghee to a saucepan over medium-high heat and melt it down. Pour into your mixing bowl, add the 25g pistachio cream and stir together. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, it will be very hot.

2. Add the sugar to a bowl, then add the egg and vanilla. Add the flour, baking powder and salt.

3. Add the chopped pistachios and dark choc. Mix into the batter. Preheat the oven to 200c. Chill the batter for around 30 minutes, if not longer. Line a large tray (or two) with parchment paper and then scoop out 10 small balls of dough onto the tray, rolling them into neat balls then pressing down into a cookie shape, around 2cm thick.

4. Bake for 12 minutes roughly until golden but they will still be very soft. Allow to set for 15-20 minutes before digging in! If they firm up too much the next day, pop in the microwave for 15 seconds to re melt the chocolate

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Julimar Avila a two time Olympian who has raced in both Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024. Born and raised in Honduras Julimar was competing in swimming competitions from the age of 5 driven by an unstoppable ambition and determination to excel in her sport.

In this episode, we take a deep dive (pun absolutely intended!) into the life of an Olympian. Together, Julimar and I explore the grit, dedication, and immense sacrifices required to reach the pinnacle of athletic achievement. We discuss how the journey to the Olympics shapes not just your body but also your mind, revealing the untold mental and physical challenges behind the scenes.

We also delve into some topics that don’t get nearly enough attention—what it’s like to be a female swimmer. From the impact of periods on performance to navigating the pressures of body image in an elite sport, Julimar shares her candid and powerful perspective.

Being an Olympian is not for the faint-hearted, and this conversation highlights the resilience, perseverance, and passion it takes to stand among the best in the world. Julimar’s story is nothing short of inspiring, and I can’t wait for you to hear it!

Topics we discuss are:

•  Julimar's childhood and the early days in the pool
• The journey to becoming an Olympian
• Mental strength and determination
• The sacrifices involved
• Making history
• Health and Nutrition when it comes to being an athlete
• Julimar's diet and workout routine
• Health and wellness non-negotiables
• Being a woman in sport
• Periods, hormonal imbalance and beauty standards and expectations

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In my kitchen this week I am joined by Dr Emily Prpa who is a Registered Nutritionist at Yakult, gut experts for 90 years. She holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London, where she is also a visiting lecturer. Her research explores how the gut microbiome impacts various aspects of our heath, and has been published in high-impact scientific journals and presented internationally.

I wanted to sit down with Emily to try and navigate some of the noise that is out there and de-bunk some of the myths and trends. The wellness space can be so confusing from what brands are telling us on their packaging to what influencers are telling us online and sometimes you just don't know where to turn in order to make the right decisions and particularly in the month of January when the wellness noise is particularly loud!

Emily and I go through the importance of gut health and how to optimise your gut health whilst also touching on some of the many health and wellness trends you see online and whether they have actual health benefits or are just a myth

We cover the following topics:

• Gut Health and why it's important
• How to optimise your gut health
• Eating 30+ plants a week
• Green Powders
• Science washing within the wellness industry
• Intermittent fasting
• Lemon Water
• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Fermented Foods
• Carnivore Diet
• The pillars of wellness

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Lucy Borrie—a professional dancer and the founder of the Be Body Method. Be Body is a unique workout approach that blends strength training with Pilates, all while focusing on building both mental and physical resilience.

Lucy’s journey to creating Be Body stems from her personal struggles with body confidence and self-esteem. She shares how she spent years unable to recall a time when she truly felt comfortable in her own skin.

In this episode, we explore Lucy’s inspiration for starting Be Body, the evolution of her method, and her deeply personal battle with anorexia and bulimia—an illness that led to hospitalisation.

Be Body is a movement rooted in fostering confidence and connection with your body, and Lucy’s story is a powerful reminder of just how transformative that feeling can be

This is a movement which we are about to see a lot more of...so watch this space

We cover the following topics:

The Be Body Method - what is it and how did Lucy discover it

How it's different to other work outs

Life before Be Body

The Pilates movement

Future of Be Body and where is this movement going

Lucy's relationship with food and exercise

What wellness means to Lucy

Lucy's wellness non negotiables

Sponsors:

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I’m back with another solo episode, and this time, I’m diving into my health and wellness goals for 2025! Personally, I find the pressure of setting goals in January a bit overwhelming, so I wanted to share this episode in February—just in case you feel the same way.

In this episode, I walk through my fitness plans, including my marathon training journey and my experience incorporating more animal products into my diet.

I also explore some of the biggest wellness trends making the rounds online—sharing which ones I’m excited to try and which ones I’ll be skipping.

This year, I’m taking my health and wellness to the next level by experimenting with more unconventional practices like EMS training and mouth taping. Tune in to hear all about it!

Topics include:

• My fitness goals
• Marathon training plan
• EMS and Using In Body to track my progress
• My journey of adding more animal products back into my diet
• My thoughts on Bone Broth
• Trying to only eat fish from British waters
• Experimenting with some of the wellness trends I am seeing online
• Saunas and the benefits
• Red Light therapy and Oil Pulling
• Answering some of your wellness question

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Sponsors:

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In my kitchen this week I’m joined by the dynamic duo, Janie and Susie—a pair bridging generations through their shared love of food, flavour, and fun. You may know them from their heartwarming (and often hilarious) Instagram videos, where they invite us into their kitchen as they cook up a storm.

I was beyond excited to have them on the podcast to share the story of how this dynamic partnership came to be, along with some behind-the-scenes kitchen confessions. We talked about their biggest pet peeves, their go-to meals, and everything in between.

Food is so much more than just fuel—it’s connection, nostalgia, and pure joy, and this episode is all about that: how food brings people together, sparks laughter, and creates lasting memories, just as it has for Janie and Susie.

So join us as we dive into the below topics:

• How this dynamic duo came about?
• When did you have the idea to create the instagram page?
• Can you both share how you got into working in the food industry?
• What’s important to you both when it comes to food, eating well and health?
• What would you both say are some of your kitchen staples that you can’t live without 
• What are some of your pet hates when it comes to the food world, either the catering scene or the restaurant scene 
• This world of social media - how has it been growing online 
• What’s next for Janie and susie?

To check out Janie and Susie head here

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This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Laura Fullerton, the founder of Monk, the first SMART ice bath and cold water therapy app. We dive into the fascinating world of cold water therapy, exploring the science-backed mental and physical benefits and why it’s becoming a must-have practice in so many wellness routines.

Cold water therapy has been shown to reduce inflammation, boost circulation, improve recovery, enhance mood, and even support resilience to stress—but did you know that for women, the key to unlocking these benefits lies in timing it with their cycle?

In this episode, we focus on how women can harness cold water therapy in alignment with their hormones, breaking the myth that ice baths are off-limits for women. In fact, when used strategically, cold exposure can enhance hormonal balance, metabolism, and energy levels, making it an incredibly powerful tool for female wellness.

Laura, a biohacking and data enthusiast, created Monk to bring a smarter, more immersive ice bath experience into the home—integrating seamlessly with wearables so you can track and optimize your cold exposure.

If you're curious about how ice baths can support your mind and body, and how to incorporate them safely and effectively into your routine, this is the episode for you!

The topics are:

The benefits of cold water therapy:

• Mental Health Benefits
• Immunity Benefits
• Fat Loss and Metabolism Benefits (Brown fat and white fat)
• Muscle Recovery
• Neuroprotection

Can cold water therapy be too much for people? Is the shock too intense?

How often would you recommend someone to do a cold plunge?

Females and their cycles and how to use cold water therapy effectively

Pairing cold water therapy with heat therapy

Cold shower vs cold plunge?

MONK is taking cold water therapy to the next level through providing a SMART Ice bath

Can you share what makes Monk so different?

The best way to biohack cold water therapy - breathwork, meditation

Your relationship with cold water therapy and how it has impacted your life?

Sponsors:

This episode is sponsored by Wylde 

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This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds

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In My Kitchen This Week I’m joined by Victoria, the founder and creator of Empower Periods—a platform and community where girls can connect and talk openly about all things periods. Think of Empower Periods as your online big sister, always ready to share honest, helpful advice about your time of the month.

Victoria’s own journey includes a decade of struggling with chronic period pain, only to be offered contraception as a quick fix—a common recommendation that often masks the problem rather than solving it. But here’s the truth: chronic period pain isn’t normal.

In this episode, we break down what should feel normal, what shouldn’t, and share practical tips to help ease period pain. We also dive into the power of cycle tracking—highlighting the best apps to use and how understanding your cycle can transform everything from your workouts to your relationships and overall well-being.

It’s a real, unfiltered girl talk about the topics we often think about but rarely discuss. Don’t miss it!

The topics include:

•  Your journey with your periods
• 1 in 4 women don’t understand periods - so shall we break it down into the different phases of the menstrual cycle and what that mean?
• Contraception what did you do - did it make it better or worse?
• I know doctors sometimes prescribe people with contraception in order to help the battle with period pain - this seems backwards - thoughts on this?
• What symptoms are “normal” to feel on your period and what’s “not normal”?
• What has helped you when your experiencing bad periods? Any tips that people listening could take away from this?
• Tracking your period - has this helped? What app do you use and
• How have you changed your lifestyle according to tracking your cycle?
• When did you have the idea to start empower periods and what impact has it had on you and also the community
• What are some of the best things that have come out from it?
• Talking about it with your housemates - the socials..let’s talk about it because it’s great

Sponsors:

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