Stompcast (Dr Alex George)

Writer, speaker and campaigner Stacey Heale is taking Dr Alex on a hefty stomp around Southampton’s enormous Common. 

Stacey’s husband, Delays singer Greg Gilbert, sadly passed away from bowel cancer in 2021, so Alex asks Stacey to tell us about the incredible man that she knew – including his random quiz knowledge, musical skills and the unlikely story of how they met.  

Stacey and Dr Alex discuss the complexities of grief especially for children. She shares how the outdoors helped her overcome a breakdown in her early 20s and Alex reveals the poignancy of stomping in Southampton. 

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LINKS:

• Child Bereavements 
• The Compassionate Friends
• The Good Grief Trust

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In part 2, Stacey shares her instinct to start writing when Greg was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, plus her determination to persevere and enjoy life. 

Stacey also reveals the post-traumatic growth she experienced after loss, how she navigates her new awareness that you don’t know how long you have, and how it has brought her back to her longstanding dream of being a writer.  

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LINKS:

• Child Bereavements
• The Compassionate
• FriendsThe Good Grief Trust  

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In the final part of this Stomp, Stacey explains why you shouldn’t worry about intruding when someone is experiencing a loss and how she felt about the people who didn’t show up. 

Stacey and Alex ponder the power of voice notes, the importance of knowing that ‘this too shall pass’ and Alex shares the health fact of the week which shows the impact of bottling in your feelings. 

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LINKS:

• Child Bereavements 
• The Compassionate Friends
• The Good Grief Trust   

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Disability activist, presenter and actor Adam Pearson is taking Dr Alex George for a stomp around his local park for this week’s episode.

Adam shares his incredible journey which led him to star in a film alongside Scarlett Johannson, why he has a problem with the word “bullying” and why it’s easier to live with regrets than “what ifs”.

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In the second part of this stomp, Adam Pearson opens up about his experience living with Type 1 neurofibromatosis – a condition he shares with his twin brother but has manifested in completely different ways.

He discusses the frustratingly simple changes that could increase access for people with disabilities, the confusion around disability and inability, and the competitive nature of being a twin.

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In the final part of this stomp, Adam shares his blunt and simple mantra, why he thinks motivational speaking can be misguided and Alex shares his health fact of the week about video games and decision-making.

Plus Alex shares an exclusive sneak peek into his new solo stomps series for Behind The Stomp subscribers: ‘Dr Alex’s Diaries’. 

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Plant-based internet chefs Henry Firth and Ian Theasby (aka BOSH!) are joining Dr Alex George on a walk in a West London hidden gem.

Henry Firth and Ian Theasby share how they went from steak lovers to vegans, the stigma around veganism and how they’re battling the judgy stereotype of the plant-based world. 

Plus, they explain how we can be more sustainable with our food choices and reveal the real meaning behind their name ‘BOSH!’...

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In part 2, Henry, Ian and Dr Alex discuss why cooking doesn’t have to be a chore and how it can actually be a positive influence on your wellbeing. 

Henry and Ian explain how they went from no formal cooking experience to selling over a million cookbooks, what goes into making their mouth-watering videos and the inspiration behind their new vegan cookbook that’s all about meat. 

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In part 3, the BOSH! chefs reveal the surprising things that happened when they went vegan.

Ian and Henry explain what they’d do differently if going vegan today, the physical and environmental impact of changing your diet, plus they offer advice if you’re wanting to add more plant-based dishes into your routine.

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In the final part of this week’s stomp, Anna and Alex share how you can help your parent friends. 

Anna explains why parents need to address their own needs in order to look after their kids, how to avoid passing on anxiety to your children and she offers practical tips for finding moments of self-care in busy schedules.

Follow Anna @annamathur and order her new book Raising a Happier Mother. 

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In part 2, Anna Mathur shares the movement she started which encourages parents to be open to receiving kindness, just by adding a ribbon to their bag. 

Anna and Alex discuss the importance of being grateful for the small things, how people are more lonely than ever and how intrusive thoughts stopped Anna from driving for a decade. 

Plus, if you have intrusive thoughts, Anna shares useful tips on how you can bat them away. 

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Psychotherapist and bestselling author Anna Mathur is stomping with Dr Alex George in Surrey this week.

Anna explains how she’s making counselling less clinical, why it’s beneficial to have therapy outside the doctor’s office and why even your therapist needs therapy. 

Plus, Anna and Alex share advice on how to avoid burnout and why you should say no to more things. 

Follow Anna @annamathur and order her new book Raising a Happier Mother. 

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Actor and podcaster Hilary Whitehall is taking Dr Alex George on a stomp up the River Thames this week.  

Hilary reveals how deep comedy runs in the Whitehall family, the importance of movement especially as you get older and she delves into the British ‘laugh or you’ll cry’ culture. 

Plus, Hilary shares her experience of nastiness online, why she fights the urge to respond to trolls and the permanence of social media. 

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In part 2, Hilary Whitehall takes us through her remarkable life while being a shining example of a “late bloomer”. 

Hilary shares the many lives she's led through work and motherhood, how her son (comedian Jack Whitehall) found huge success very quickly and why she identifies as an enabler. 

Plus, she shares the reality of a 40-year marriage and offers advice on how to make it work. 

Follow Hilary @hilarywhitehall and listen to her podcast The Wittering Whitehalls. 

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In part 3, Hilary Whitehall shares her life lessons from her incredible achievements with Dr Alex George.

Hilary and Alex discuss the myth that you can have it all, the struggles parents face raising their children while having to work and the benefits of supporting your kids to follow their passions. 

Plus, the pair discuss how you’re impacted by your birth order, the mental health benefits of having a dog and a boat flying past triggers a heroic story from Hilary.

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Activist and best-selling author Ben West is joining Dr Alex George for a stomp among the deer in Richmond Park. 

After losing his 15-year-old brother Sam to suicide, Ben explains the struggle of recounting their final interactions, how he previously misunderstood depression and why it’s so important to remember the sun will always set on a bad day. 

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Head over to the Samaritans if you or someone you love needs immediate help. Call 116 123.

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In part 2, Ben West shares how the tragic loss of his brother compelled him to turn to activism. 

Ben explains why anger was the initial driving force to make change, how mental health is neglected in schools and why talking vulnerably makes him feel safer. 

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Head over to the Samaritans if you or someone you love needs immediate help. Call 116 123. 

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In the final part of this stomp, Ben West shares how he looks after his own mental health while revisiting the saddest moments in his and other people’s lives. 

Ben and Dr Alex discuss the impact of hearing stories of suicide, why activism is a 24/7 job and why it’s important to have an identity outside of your work. 

Head over to the Samaritans if you or someone you love needs immediate help. Call 116 123.

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In the first international edition of Stompcast, Dr Alex George is joined by his best friend, Adam, in New York. 

On the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Alex and Adam reflect on how the world changed overnight, their memories of being young boys on that fateful day and the importance of documenting history so future generations can learn from the past.

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In part 2 of this special episode in New York, Alex quizzes Adam on what fatherhood is really like and the benefits of having your best friend be a doctor when your wife is giving birth.

Adam explains how research can still leave you feeling unprepared, what new parents need to know when they get home from the hospital and why breastfeeding can be isolating.

Plus, Adam shares a surprising fact about honey and babies!

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In the final part of this stomp in New York, Alex and Adam share the highs and lows of over a decade of friendship and how they’ve both changed over the years. 

The pair reflect on how they’ve supported each other through the loss of family members, how Alex’s grief impacted his health and while friendships aren’t always easy during hard times, they’re sometimes the relationships that matter most. 

Plus, Adam discusses how he’s seen Alex change since he came into the public eye and the surprise of seeing him on TV for the first time. 

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Mike, Andy and Tim are three fathers who tragically lost their daughters to suicide. In their memory, they formed ‘3 Dads Walking’ to raise money and awareness for the biggest killer of under 35s in the UK.

Joining Dr Alex George at Mam Tor in the Peak District, they each share the stories of their girls, their monumental losses and the early foundations of their combined fundraising efforts. 

Also, in a poignant moment, the recording is interrupted by a member of the public who felt compelled to share his own story of being touched by suicide. 

TW: This episode discusses suicide

Follow @3dadswalking, sign their petition and donate to their efforts at www.3dadswalking.uk

LINKS:

• Papyrus
• Hub of Hope

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In part 2, the 3 Dads Walking share how they only met twice before setting off on the 300-mile walk which captured the attention of the nation. 

Tim reveals the note his daughter left for him, Mike shares the desperation of wanting to know why his daughter had taken her own life and Andy shares the game-changing moments which led to raising over £1 million. 

They also share their standout memories from the walk, including the moving stories from bereaved parents and the A-List celebrity who donated to their campaign. 

TW: This episode discusses suicide

Follow @3dadswalking, sign their petition and donate to their efforts at www.3dadswalking.uk

LINKS:

• Papyrus
• Hub of Hope

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In the final part of this stomp with Dr Alex George and 3 Dads Walking, they discuss some shocking statistics and the urgency to support young people with their mental health.

They explain what suicide prevention is, why they’re lobbying the government to have it compulsory on the school curriculum and what the Prime Minister said to them when they were invited to Number 10. 

They also share tips on how to approach someone who is struggling and how you can help the 3 Dads in their mission. 

Follow @3dadswalking, sign their petition and donate to their efforts at www.3dadswalking.uk

LINKS:

• Papyrus
• Hub of Hope

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Activist, author and birdwatcher Mya-Rose West is joining Dr Alex George for a stomp at Chew Valley Lake in Bristol. 

Mya-Rose shows Alex the ropes of birdwatching and discusses the positive effect it has had on her family and her own mental health and the pair reflect on the incredible therapeutic effects of nature. 

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As Dr Alex continues his stomp with Mya-Rose, she shares how she created a whole birding community online with her blog Birdgirl when she was just 11 years old. 

They also discuss how she became a climate change activist working with National Geographic, her time in the Arctic with Greenpeace and the image of her on the ice that went viral attracting attention to the shrinking ice. 

Mya-Rose also explains the work of her charity Black2Nature, their mission to connect Visible Minority Ethnic (VME) people with nature and the importance of access to nature. 

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In the final part of this week’s stomp, Mya-Rose discusses her favourite birds and her record breaking bird-count. 

Mya-Rose explains the power of connecting with an unusual hobby, the pair discuss their experiences of neurodiversity and Mya-Rose shares how birding helped her family's mental health.

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Authors, entrepreneurs and best friends Laura Henshaw & Steph Claire Smith join Dr Alex for a stomp around Regents Park in central London. 

The pair discuss how they started their business with an ebook in 2015 and the unexpected growth and community they have created with Kic. 

Laura opens up about being type A and goal-driven when it comes to dieting and the eternal trap this created for her, whilst Steph shares the binging cycle that saw her become less energised and social. 

Follow Laura @laura.henshaw, Steph @stephclairesmith and @kic.app as well as, The Stompcast @thestompcast 

TW: This episode discusses disordered eating

LINKS:

• Beat: Eating disorder helplines
• Mind: Eating problems

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In part 2, Laura and Steph share how naivety helped them jump into building a business. 

The pair tell Alex about their time in the modelling industry, how they connected through struggles with their body images and the merits of working with someone you’ve been best friends with for 10 years. 

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Laura and Steph discuss the important lessons they weren’t taught at school, how to combat comparison and their new book You Take Care. 

Plus, the health fact of the week leads to a revealing discussion about men’s height on dating apps and why models are always so tall. 

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The fastest road racer in the world, 13-time TT winner and professional motorcycle racer Peter Hickman joins Dr Alex in the Isle of Man for this week’s stomp.

Peter and Alex share the history of TT racing and the extraordinary speeds that go with it, Peter explains why despite the dangers he still loves to race and the mindset required for racing at 160 miles an hour.

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Check out www.visitisleofman.com and experience the Island yourself!

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In part 2, Peter Hickman and Dr Alex George discuss what preparing for a TT race looks like and the surprising physical work that goes into it. 

Peter shares the words of advice he gave to a rider after witnessing them crash just the day before, the significance of the TT race to the Isle of Man and what goes through his head while hitting record breaking speeds. 

Find out more about the Groudle Glen for a stunning Isle of Man stomp. 

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In the final part of this stomp on the Isle of Man, Peter Hickman opens up about his biggest fears and what goes into being a successful sportsman in the modern day.

Peter reveals how he overcame a mountain of debt to follow his dream of being a professional motorcycle racer, why he believes you have to be more than a sports person to be considered successful and there’s facts about fear and also the exercise that was invented in the Isle of Man.

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Podcaster, actress, mum and author, Giovanna Fletcher, joins Dr Alex fresh from a trek with CoppaFeel in Mont Blanc for this week’s stomp. 

Gi shares some of the common myths about breast cancer, the importance of getting to know your body and her top tips for long hikes.

Follow @mrsgifletcher and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast 

Pick up a copy of Gi’s latest book Walking on Sunshine  and Dr Alex’s The Mind Manual

And don’t forget to check your breasts, pecks or chest. For more information check out CoppaFeel!

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In part 2, Giovanna and Dr Alex discuss how a big stomp in nature can make your problems feel smaller and the impact of trekking on Gi’s life. 

Giovanna opens up about how her husband Tom pushed her into writing, why she’s started saying no to certain opportunities and how that has opened doors to more exciting things.

Plus, she also explains the differences she found between writing fiction and non-fiction. 

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In the final part of this stomp, Giovanna Fletcher shares how her podcast ‘Happy Mum, Happy Baby’ has made waves in the parenting community.

Giovanna shares how the Princess of Wales’s words to her still resonate, why people are reluctant to talk about baby loss and Dr Alex shares a fascinating fact about why we’re all born water babies.

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Broadcaster, author, businesswoman and philanthropist, Katie Piper joins Dr Alex for a hearty stomp in the countryside this week. 

Katie discusses how she implements social media boundaries, how crucial it is to be kind about your past self and how a walk can clear out the cobwebs at this time of year.

Plus, Katie and Alex discuss what it means to them to be Skin Heroes for La Roche-Posay, how they’ve worked towards self-acceptance and why they’re grateful for their skin. 

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In part 2, Katie Piper and Dr Alex share the impact their skin had on their self-esteem. 

The pair discuss finding a skincare routine that’s as unique as you are, the time they’ve wasted on perfectionism and the pitfall of getting your self-worth from your appearance. 

Katie also opens up about how massaging her face helped her reconnect to her identity, the psychology of getting dressed up for yourself and the clumsy comments people have made about her appearance. 

Check out The Katie Piper Foundation and Katie’s work for a brighter future for all survivors of burns and scars. Follow @katiepiper_ and The Stompcast @thestompcast. 

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In the final part of the stomp, Katie Piper tells Dr Alex about filming her documentary ‘Jailhouse Mums’ and the heartbreaking scenes that shaped her opinion on prison reform and drug addiction. 

Katie shares what she’s learnt about how one wrong decision can change the course of a life, the confidence she’s gained from weightlifting and her work with The Katie Piper Foundation which earned her an OBE.

Grab a copy of Katie’s book ‘A Little Bit of Hope’

For children, you can pick up Katie’s  ‘All You Need’ and Dr Alex’s ‘A Better Day: Your Positive Mental Health Handbook’

TW: This episode discusses drug use

LINKS: 

• Frank: Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
• Narcotics Anonymous: Support for anyone who wants to stop using drugs.
• Mind: List of organisations who offer support for recreational drug and alcohol addiction, including organisations who can help if you are supporting someone else. 

Mind: List of organisations who offer support for recreational drug and alcohol addiction, including organisations who can help if you are supporting someone else.

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Olympic gold medalist, National Travel commissioner and world cycling champion, Chris Boardman joins Alex for a wander along the canals of North London. 

Chris describes how he’s gone from gold medals to working towards safer cycling, why even as a world champion he feels unsafe riding his bike and why making helmets mandatory actually puts people off cycling. 

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In part 2, Chris and Alex get psychological as they talk about human nature and our natural bias for choosing the easiest option. 

Chris shares his thoughts on the importance of language when trying to get people to be more active, constructive ways to get the dopamine hits we all crave and how to get more cyclists on our roads safely. 

Chris also talks through the elaborate stages of The Tour de France (which were surely thought up in a pub!), forming temporary race alliances and where cyclists wee on an 8-hour race!

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For children, you can pick up Dr Alex’s new handbook, ‘A Better Day: Your Positive Mental Health Handbook’

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Chris Boardman shares his surprising feelings after bringing home Team GB’s first Olympic gold medal in cycling in 72 years.

Chris shares why his medals aren’t pride of place in his home, the importance of the Tour de France over the Olympics for cyclists and how a chippy was where his success really sunk in. 

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Disability, fashion and wellbeing influencer, Sophie Butler, joins Dr Alex George for a stomp around Greenwich Park. 

Sophie explains how nature can often be difficult to enjoy as a wheelchair user, how she looked after her mental health after her accident and how she avoids comparison on social media. 

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In part 2, Sophie Butler shares her thoughts on the controversial disability awareness campaign #AskDontAssume. 

Sophie explains the misogyny disabled women experience, why it’s important to understand there is no universal experience and what are the right questions able-bodied people should be asking. 

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In part 3, Sophie Butler tells Dr Alex George her ultimate life lessons after her accident left her paralysed.

Sophie and Alex discuss why she’s moved away from educating her followers, the importance of humour even in the most difficult situations and their shared love of Taylor Swift. 

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Author, NHS GP and lifestyle medic, Dr Zoe joins Dr Alex in Crystal Palace park.

Zoe shares how she uses exercise as medicine, some questionable facts about the Crystal Palace dinosaurs and her current struggles with back pain as the pair discuss how injuries affect us mentally.

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In part 2, Dr Zoe shares how she took a risk by pausing her medical training to become Amazon on Sky 1’s Gladiators.

Zoe reveals how she fell into her TV career, what the gruelling audition process for Gladiators was like and the pair share their thoughts on the law of attraction.

Plus, Dr Zoe exclusively reveals her family's plans to live abroad in search of a better quality of life with more time together, fresh food and sunshine! 

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In part 3, Dr Zoe tells Alex about her plans to live as a digital nomad and embrace more time with her family. 

Zoe and Alex discuss Zoe’s book You Grow Girl!: The Complete No Worries Guide to Growing Up, the importance of sharing personal accounts as well as reliable information and we finally get to the bottom of how old the Crystal Palace dinosaurs are. 

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Ellie Goldstein is the first model with Down’s Syndrome to appear in British Vogue, and this week (joined by mum, Yvonne) she joins Dr Alex to share how she’s beaten every barrier that’s been put in front of her. 

In part 1, Ellie shares what it felt like to be a British Ambassador for Barbie, the reaction to her Gucci Beauty campaign and we get a fun insight into her relationship with Yvonne.

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In part 2, Ellie Goldstein’s mum reveals the shocking statements made by doctors after Ellie was born and how Ellie has defied all expectations.

Ellie discusses why she wrote her book ‘Against All Odds’ and Yvonne tells Dr Alex how she coped with her world being turned upside down and her advice to parents with children with a disability.

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In part 3, Ellie Goldstein flexes her incredible memory as she tells Dr Alex George about her first ever modelling job.

Yvonne shares her reaction to seeing Ellie on set for the first time and Ellie discusses how she handles rejection in a tough industry and what it feels like to be a role model. 

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The Wanted’s Jay McGuiness joins Dr Alex George this week to discuss his journey into show business and the early years of the band.

In part 1, Jay discusses auditioning for the circus, the chaotic first years of The Wanted and why he was glad they broke up when they did. 

Follow Jay @birdspotting and pre-order his debut novel Blood Flowers out on February 1st, 2024.

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In part 2, Jay McGuiness explains how he’s written a fantasy novel based on his upbringing.

Jay ponders his extensive and varied career in singing, theatre and writing; he explains why he felt like an outsider in his home town after his success and his family’s mixed reaction to his fame. 

Follow Jay @birdspotting and pre-order his debut novel Blood Flowers out on February 1st, 2024.

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In the final part, Jay McGuiness reflects on his favourite memories of his bandmate Tom Parker, who sadly died of a brain tumour in 2022. 

Jay explains how Tom has shared his mantra to live without regrets, how pain can strengthen the bonds between friends and there’s a deep chat about the afterlife. 

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In December 2020, influencer Grace Victory was put into a coma after catching covid when she was 7 months pregnant.

In this incredibly moving episode, Grace shares her experience of being in a coma and making a full recovery, despite there being a 95% chance that she wouldn’t survive.

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In part 2, Grace explains what life is like in a coma and how her life has changed through recovery and gratitude. 

Grace shares the terrifying story of how her heart stopped. With multiple organs failing, a 5% survival chance and a new baby boy she was yet to meet, Grace reveals what gave her the strength to pull through. 

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In the final part, Grace shares her recovery process, the skills and tools she’s leant on and heaps of simple, practical take-away tips for prioritising your mental wellbeing. 

Grace discusses the myth of having it all, the importance of therapy as a space to not have it all together and what would be in Grace’s Victory juice!

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In part 3, Stefanie Sword-Williams and Dr Alex George discuss how to stop yourself burning out in work and life. 

Stef explains why she’s bad at resting and what she’s doing to improve, why she’s stepping away from ‘productivity’ and why she’s started a platform for people supporting loved ones who are struggling with their mental health. 

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Feel like you’re being overlooked at work? Stefanie Sword-Williams explains how to advocate for yourself to your boss.

In part 2, Stef explains why women in particular struggle to speak up in the workplace, she offers useful advice on how to show your employer that you’re doing a great job and how to feel empowered to ask for what you want. 

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Stefanie Sword-Williams, author of F*ck Being Humble, joins Dr Alex George on this week's episode.

Stef explains why we often struggle to accept compliments, why it’s important to congratulate yourself and steps on how to be less humble (plus why it’ll help you in work and life!).

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Author, model and presenter Lisa Snowdon joins Dr Alex George for this week's stomp.

Lisa and Alex discuss what it means to be confident, Lisa’s advice on how to reframe your anxiety into excitement and why there’s pressure on women to hit milestones by certain ages. 

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Lisa Snowdon reconnected with her fiancé after they initially dated over a decade ago, and in part 2 she reveals what it took for her to open herself up to love. 

Lisa and Dr Alex discuss how to manifest your perfect partner, the pressure we feel to settle down and whether or not it’s possible to find “The One”. 

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In part 3, Lisa Snowdon explains to Dr Alex George why getting older doesn’t mean your life is over as she explains why she wrote her book ‘Just Getting Started: Lessons in Life, Love and Menopause’.

Lisa shares why you shouldn’t focus on looking young, the difference between pre and post-menopause and why you need to stop wasting your time worrying about failure. 

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For our Christmas special, BBC Radio 1 presenter Katie Thistleton joins Dr Alex for this week’s episode. 

Katie and Alex what it’s like working in Radio and A&E over Christmas, coping with loss during the holiday season and why some people simply don’t like Christmas!

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In part 2, Katie Thistleton tells Dr Alex George why she’s training to be a counsellor alongside her presenting. 

Katie and Dr Alex discuss why teaching children about mental health can lead to fewer issues in the future, the difficulty of getting counsellors into schools and how Katie’s counsellor training has made her a better presenter!

Plus, Katie and Alex share their stories of meeting the Royal Family and what left Katie clutching her pearls after meeting the Princess of Wales!

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In part 3, Katie Thistleton explains how her documentary on the Manchester Arena bombing made her realise how a traumatic event impacts more than those directly affected. 

Katie shares her experience of secondary PTSD as the pair discuss how to deal with trauma, why you must avoid violence on social media and the importance of looking after yourself before you help others. 

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Kicking off 2024, Dr Rangan Chatterjee of the Feel Better, Live More podcast joins Dr Alex George for this motivating conversation. 

Dr Rangan explains the 4 pillars of health in order to live a happy life, why you’re neglecting your weakest pillar and how to stop having an all or nothing mindset.

Plus, Rangan explains why he no longer makes new year’s resolutions, why he struggles to celebrate his wins and why people are more unhappier than ever.

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In part 2, Dr Rangan explains how to pick 3 things you can do every week to live a happier life. 

Dr Rangan and Dr Alex discuss the misconception of happiness, the 3 ingredients of core happiness and why happier people are ultimately healthier. 

Plus, Dr Rangan explains the exercise that explores regrets of the dying and how you can come to avoid them. 

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In the final part of this conversation with Dr Rangan, he explains the downside of success you don’t always see. 

Rangan shares how to determine your own definition of success, his dream podcast guest and what he would ask them and why sometimes we have to experience pain to learn important lessons. 

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Professional organiser and star of BBC’s Sort Your Life Out, Dilly Carter joins Dr Alex George to help you get organised for 2024. 

In part 1, Dilly opens up about how her life was turned upside down by her cancer diagnosis, why she believes it changed everything and nothing at the same time, and why she chose not to tell her daughter about her illness. 

Plus, she offers her advice on how to advocate for your health at the doctors. 

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In part 2, Dilly Carter and Dr Alex George discuss why coming home to an untidy space is detrimental to your wellbeing and how to begin cleaning up. 

Dilly explains why you shouldn’t underestimate knowing where everything is in your home, how many cleaning products you actually need and if leaving your washing up overnight is bad?

Plus, she explains how her childhood home inspired her professional organisation business Declutter Dollies and whether the families on Sort Your Life Out stay organised after the show. 

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In part 3 with professional organiser Dilly Carter, she explains how to organise one of the most commonly chaotic spaces: your wardrobe. 

She explains how to decide what you really want, how to let go of the pieces you struggle to part with and how to organise your wardrobe effectively. 

Plus, she reveals what clothes you should hang or fold, what to do with the bits you’re saying goodbye to and where to sell your items. 

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Financial expert and author Makala Green is joining Dr Alex in this week’s episode to get you up to speed with your money and financial health. 

Makala explains interest rates, the importance of learning about money and why financial advisors aren’t just for the super-rich.

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Do you want to be financially confident in 2024? Makala Green explains how to reach your savings targets.

In part 2, Makala and Dr Alex discuss financial freedom, how to create a positive mindset around your finances and why it’s crucial to reflect on your relationship with money. 

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In the final part of this stomp, Makala and Dr Alex explain how to feel empowered by your money.

Makala and Alex discuss why talking about finances is so tough, Makala explains what an ISA is and how to optimise your savings.

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Nutritionist Emily English (aka Em the Nutritionist) joins Dr Alex George to help you understand that eating well doesn’t mean restrictive diets without the foods you love. 

In part 1, Emily and Dr Alex discuss why so many people have issues with food, how to feel less stressed at meal times and what to consider when listening to ‘health influencers’. 

Plus, Emily explains disordered eating and how you can identify if you’re developing an unhealthy relationship with food. 

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In part 2, Emily English explains the simple steps to start building a positive relationship with food.

Emily explains why everyone needs more colour in their food and simple ways to get more in your meals, why you need to think about how food makes you feel and examples of tasty recipes that leave you feeling good. 

Plus, Dr Alex asks Emily if she ever thought she’d be a public figure and if there are any downsides to the job. 

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In the final part, Emily English lets us know that it is ok to treat yourself and how you can remind yourself to enjoy a meal out. 

Emily and Dr Alex discuss how to enjoy eating out with no guilt, how to make healthy choices when it comes to alcohol and how to fuel your body for exercise. 

Plus, Emily explains how to get more protein in your diet if you don’t eat meat and answers the age-old question of how much protein you should actually have in your diet. 

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Men’s mental health affects all genders, and the CEO of Mettle (the Men’s Mental Fitness App), Neil Smith, is joining Dr Alex George to explain why. 

In part 1, Neil explains how toxic masculinity stops men from talking about their feelings, the severe consequences of positive masculinity and why it’s so difficult for men to be vulnerable. 

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In part 2, Neil and Dr Alex explain why men’s mental health needs to be approached differently to women’s. 

They discuss the tragic statistics surrounding men’s mental health, why men tend to not engage with self improvement and the tools Mettle offers to help build mental resilience. 

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In part 3, Mettle CEO Neil Smith and Dr Alex George debate whether technology is the solution to improve our mental health.

Neil and Alex consider the challenges we face from spending more time online, why we shouldn’t ignore technology and how social media can be harnessed for good. 

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Presenter and host of the High Performance Podcast Jake Humphrey joins Dr Alex George to discuss what success really looks like.

In part 1, Jake shares the 5 steps on how to change your life from his new book. He also shares ways to improve your wellbeing through self-talk and why you might actually be climbing towards your dreams. 

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In part 2, Jake Humphrey reveals how he got his dream job and exactly why he gave it all up.

Jake explains the pressures of working in live sports, the words he said to himself when faced with presenting to millions of people and what made him reconsider his purpose in life. 

Plus, Jake discloses how he really felt about starting a podcast… 

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In the final part of this stomp with Jake Humphrey and Dr Alex George, they discuss Jake’s biggest takeaways from guests on his podcast, the High Performance podcast.

Jake and Alex discuss the cost of significant success, how Jake has learnt to balance his work and personal life and why doing the stuff you don’t want to do could make you live longer. 

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Jessie Yendle is famously known as “that girl with the stammer on TikTok” and she joins Dr Alex George on the Stompcast this week.

Jessie reveals how she went from just 20 to 3 million followers on TikTok, why she felt her speech impediment was taking over her life and the frustrating responses she’s had to speaking to strangers in public. 

Plus, she explains how she’s campaigning for support for everyone with a speech impediment and the incredible tools she’s developed to deal with her anxiety. 

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In part 2, Jessie Yendle and Dr Alex George start with our weekly health fact which highlights just how many people stammer – and it might be more than you think!

Jessie shares her struggles growing up with a stammer, why she didn’t find speech therapy helpful and she highlights the current lack of support. 

Plus, she explains the huge impact her videos have had for people with speech impediments, why we have to accept our differences rather than change them and how you can support a child if they have a stammer.

If you know of any programmes supporting children with speech impediments, let us know at stompers@stompcast.co.uk  

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In part 3, Jessie Yendle explains to Dr Alex George why she wrote a guide to growing up and the lessons she’s learned from her incredible life. 

Jessie explains why you don’t need to have a response to everything, how she overcame judgement from others and her advice to build confidence. 

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TV personality, author and record-holding runner Joshua Patterson joins Dr Alex George on this week's stomp.

Josh reveals why he started a running club, how imposter syndrome almost stopped it and he offers some advice if you’ve never been to a run club before.

Plus, he explains the benefits of running outside of physical exercise, what led him to do over 30 marathons in a wheelchair and top tips on how to start running for the first time. 

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In part 2, Joshua Patterson and Dr Alex George discuss why your comfort zone can be your worst enemy. 

Josh explains how the extremities of his challenges helped him to connect with men struggling with their mental health, why he doesn’t resent the difficult times in his life and how to stop caring what people think. 

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In the final part of this conversation, Joshua Patterson and Dr Alex George explain why there’s never going to be the right time to do what you’re putting off.

Josh shares why he was reluctant to write a book and why he thinks there may be push back about it, how he came to be diagnosed with ADHD and why vulnerability can be your greatest strength.  

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YouTuber, productivity expert and author Ali Abdaal joins Dr Alex George in this week’s episode, to find out the secret to feel good productivity. 

In part 1, Ali explains how you can unlock new levels of productivity, why being engaged at work can leave you with more energy at the end of the day and how to make annoying tasks more fun.

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In part 2, productivity expert Ali Abdaal chats to Dr Alex George about how to set meaningful money goals and how to achieve them. 

Ali explains the most important question to ask yourself when setting goals, how money affects our happiness and how to decide the magic number you should save towards. 

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Ali’s book recommendations:

• The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco 
• Million Dollar Weekend by Noah Kagan

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In part 3, Ali Abdaal explains how you can apply productivity skills into your personal life and relationships.

After a surprise interruption, Ali and Dr Alex discuss why calendar blocking isn’t just for work, how to stop the spark leaving the relationship and the number 1 hack to stop yourself from feeling stressed. 

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Bestselling author and host of Ctrl Alt Delete, Emma Gannon joins Dr Alex George to explain what multi-hyphenate living is and how it can lead to a happier life. 

Emma explains the benefits of utilising all your different skills outside of work, how she convinced her boss to give her a 4-day work week and how to start a side hustle for love, not money. 

Plus, Emma and Alex discuss dopamine dressing and whether social media is suppressing creativity. 

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In part 2, Emma Gannon reveals why the traditional view of success wasn’t making her happy and how she changed her life because of it.

Emma and Dr Alex discuss the great resignation, why the most successful year of her life left her feeling down and why even though she’s earning less money she’s happier than ever. 

Plus, Emma explains how to let go of your preconceived notion of success, why gratitude is a huge part of redefining it and tiny steps to set better boundaries. 

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In the final part with Emma Gannon, she discusses her novel Olive, inspired by her decision not to have children.

Emma and Dr Alex discuss where the pressure to have children comes from, why it’s frustrating when people ask about your future plans and the importance of self-compassion and forgiving yourself.

Plus, the health fact of the week reminds us that we don’t HAVE to hate our jobs… 

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Winner of The Apprentice 2023, Marnie Swindells joins Dr Alex George on this inspiring stomp. 

Marnie shares the 3 important lessons she learnt from her time on The Apprentice, how she is empowering women in business and boxing and how she found the confidence to secure the £250,000 investment from Lord Alan Sugar.

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Marnie Swindells lost her dad when she was only 8 years old and in part 2, she explains how grief has motivated her to achieve the highest level of success. 

Marnie shares how boxing was the perfect release for her grief, where her divisive persona on The Apprentice came from and why boxing is a surprisingly mindful sport. 

Plus, Marnie and Alex discuss why she became financially aware as a child, what led her to applying to The Apprentice and there are some serious thunderous interruptions! 

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In the final part with Marnie Swindells and Dr Alex George, they discuss what the world would look like if more women were in leadership positions.

Marnie explains the stark gender imbalance in the boxing world and how she had to prove herself, why empowering women doesn’t need to bring down men and how more women can get a seat at the boardroom table. 

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Dr Iain Jordan, a clinician with over 20 years of experience in psychiatry and psychotherapy, joins Dr Alex George on this week’s stomp to discuss the complex links between physical and mental health. 

In part 1, Iain and Alex discuss why MDMA could help with PTSD, unconventional therapies like improv acting and why thinking less might solve your problems. 

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