Best Kate Scanlon Podcasts (2025)

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43. Pixie Lott: her brand new album, creative fulfilment and the magic of meditation. 35:17

8M ago35:17

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by singer songwriter, Pixie Lott. Pixie took the pop world by storm back in 2009 with her debut album, Turn It Up which led to three UK number one singles (including the unforgettable Cry Me Out and Mama Do) four Brit nominations and two MTV EMA awards. She’s a former judge on The Voice kids and guest …

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42.#CancerBae founder, Will Wise: ‘This mess will be our message.’ From pro basketball to redefining what it means to live with stage four cancer. 54:07

11M ago54:07

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by former professional basket ball player, Will Wise. At the end of 2022, having had no prior symptoms, Will was diagnosed with Phaeochromocytoma - tumour of the adrenal gland and also, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2 which is a rare disorder that causes tumours in the endocrine glands and organs. …

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41.Self work and trauma therapist, Helen Marie: Micro moments of self love, softness and what it really means to ‘Choose You’ 50:55

11M ago50:55

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On this episode of Open, Emma is joined by trauma and self work therapist, Helen Marie. Helen is a registered integrative therapist with a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling. She is the host of the podcast, ‘I don’t think we talk enough about…’ where her and a special guest explore issues that need more candid openness around me…

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40. Run Grateful founder, Mark White: Running, gratitude and the ‘one grateful mile’ mission. 44:22

11M ago44:22

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Mark White: Running, gratitude and the ‘one grateful mile’ mission On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Mark White - the founder of Run Grateful, a mindful movement collective that connects running and gratitude to inspire positive change, improve mental health and create deeper human connections. Run Grateful is on a mission to help e…

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39. Rising singer/songwriter, Ines Rae and her father, Daddy Rae: Viral on TikTok, Tiger Bread tans and a life saving heart transplant. 25:59

1y ago25:59

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by singer-songwriter Ines Rae and her Dad - ‘Daddy Rae’ as he’s known to their army of fans on TikTok and Instagram. Ines writes and performs gorgeous pop and dance music, some of which has appeared on the Netflix hit, ‘Emily in Paris’ and ‘Love Island’. She has an ever growing and loyal following and …

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38.CEO of Harvest Series, Manon Sel: From burnout to self fulfilment and creating a community with a shared vision for a better future. 55:38

1+ y ago55:38

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to former lawyer turned entrepreneur and CEO of Harvest Series, Manon Sel. Manon had always been an incredibly high achiever, ticking all of the boxes that many of us are conditioned to believe equal a happy life. After experiencing physical and emotional burnout, Manon stepped away from law, embarked on h…

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37. Motivational Speaker and Leadership Mentor, Paul Scanlon: how we can learn to be led by our own internal GPS system and truly allow our light to shine. 48:43

1+ y ago48:43

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to motivational speaker, leadership and personal development mentor Paul Scanlon. Paul has garnered a huge social media following over recent years by sharing what he calls ‘wisdom for life’ - concise, digestible truths that encourage us to find our way back home to ourselves. He’s in demand all over the w…

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36. Beth McColl: author, columnist and podcaster on the beauty of romanticising our lives. 42:08

1+ y ago42:08

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Beth McColl about her new book ‘Romanticise Your Life: How to find joy in the every day.’ Beth is a London based author, advice columnist and podcaster who writes and talks about mental health, sex, dating, travel and popular culture. Her beautiful book invites us to stop waiting for our lives to become…

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35. Positivity Activist, Matt Eagles: Life with Parkinson's Disease. Advocacy, enthusiasm and saying 'yes' to life. 1:06:53

1+ y ago1:06:53

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Matt Eagles. Matt was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease on his 7th birthday - a chronic and currently incurable neurological condition which usually affects people in their sixties and beyond. Matt is a Positivity Activist. An award winning patient champion and motivator, keynote speaker and Head of En…

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34. Kate Rowe-Ham: Menopause and fitness coach, passionate supporter of women navigating mid life. 57:41

1+ y ago57:41

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On this week’s episodes of Open, Emma talks to menopause and fitness coach Kate Rowe-Ham - author of the bestselling new book, ‘Owning Your Menopause - Fitter, Calmer, Stronger in 30 Days’ and founder of ‘Owning Your Menopause’ - the first app of its kind to offer daily live and on demand workouts for women going through mid life and all stages of …

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33. Dr. Nicole LePera: New York Times bestselling author, known by millions as The Holistic Psychologist on healing from past trauma and becoming the love we seek. 1:05:24

1+ y ago1:05:24

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by clinical psychologist and best selling author Dr. Nicole LePera - known globally to millions as The Holistic Psychologist. Her latest book, ‘How To Be The Love You Seek’ hit the number one spot on the New York Times bestsellers list on release, she is the creator of The SelfHealers Circle and passio…

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32. Rosie Nixon: Reinvention, new chapters and life at HELLO! 51:44

1+ y ago51:44

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by author, broadcaster, Editor at Large and Creative Ambassador at HELLO! magazine, Rosie Nixon. Rosie was Editor in Chief at HELLO! for fifteen years covering Royal weddings, births, global events, not to mention countless A-List exclusives, whilst building up trusted and genuine relationships in the …

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31. Harry Baker: Former Poetry World Slam Champion, spoken word artist, maths graduate and supporter of Lonely Prime Numbers. 1:12:02

1+ y ago1:12:02

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by spoken word artist, author and poet, Harry Baker. Harry became the youngest ever Poetry World Slam Champion in 2012 and his first collection of poems, The Sunshine Kid, was published in 2014. A math’s graduate, his poem Love Poem For Lonely Prime Numbers has been translated into more than twenty lan…

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30. Philanthropist, producer, campaigner, Rosemary Reed: From leaving school at 15 to POW TV, gender equality advocate and champion of women. 1:11:03

1+ y ago1:11:03

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Rosemary Reed. Rosemary is the co-founder of POW TV Studios - the female led production company behind critically acclaimed programmes such as Driving Force, The Power of Women and Living the Life. She is a philanthropist, passionate about animal rights and environmental issues, campaigning tireless…

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29. Emma Cannon: Fertility expert, acupuncturist, author and mentor. Emma reminds us that WE are the medicine. A heart led conversation on life, death and all that comes between. 1:00:36

1+ y ago1:00:36

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Emma Cannon - fertility and women’s health expert, registered acupuncturist, founder of the Emma Cannon Clinic, mentor and speaker. For over 25 years, Emma has supported individuals and couples on the path to becoming parents. Bridging the gap between western medicine and the world of complementary …

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28. Rebecca Cox and Zoe Desmond: supporting and empowering single parents with the award winning app, Frolo and book, 'How To Be A Happy Single Parent'. 59:40

1+ y ago59:40

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by the co-authors of an uplifting, informative and hand holding new book - ‘How To Be A Happy Single Parent’ Rebecca Cox is an author, journalist and editor and Zoe Desmond is the founder of Frolo - the award winning app that supports and empowers single parents. By sharing their own stories, experienc…

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27. Philip Alderson: Men get breast cancer too. Raising awareness and his passion project - 'Someone's Survival Guide'. 57:54

1+ y ago57:54

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by breast cancer surviver, Philip Alderson. Breast cancer in men is rare with around 370 men diagnosed each year in the UK, compared to around 55,500 cases in women. As a result, there are very few male voices sharing their experience of navigating the disease. Phil was diagnosed in 2016 and now raises…

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26. Former Olympian, Michelle Griffith-Robinson: Taking up our space and creating the life we deserve. 44:07

1+ y ago44:07

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by former GB Olympian Michelle Griffith-Robinson. Michelle is a mentor, life coach and personal trainer alongside being a proud ambassador for Women’s Aid, the Menopause Charity and Diabetes UK. Michelle has incredible energy and insight. She urges us to not be afraid of taking up our space and to live…

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25. Cancer survivor and advocate, Carly Moosah: Compassion Enthusiast. Embracing, trusting and living life. 1:05:23

1+ y ago1:05:23

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On this week’s episode of Open and to mark the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Emma is joined by her good friend, Carly Moosah. Carly is a breast cancer survivor, advocate, writer and coach and was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer in 2019 at just 37. Carly describes herself as a ‘Compassion Enthusiast' and her calm wisdom and wi…

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24. Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, Gelong Thubten: Finding meaning in pain, embracing mindfulness and finding happiness. 1:00:11

1+ y ago1:00:11

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Gelong Thubten. Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher and the Sunday Times Bestselling author of ‘A Monk’s Guide To Happiness.’ His latest book ‘Handbook For Hard Times - A Monk’s Guide To Fearless Living’ teaches us to understand that happiness, kindness and resilience can be cultivated th…

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23. Lauren Murrell: Overcoming Leukaemia and the sisterly story behind skincare brand By Sarah London 41:16

1+ y ago41:16

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Lauren Murrell, co-founder of multi award winning and B Corp Certified skincare brand, By Sarah London. Lauren’s story and the reason By Sarah London came to be, is a powerful reminder of how the challenges we face can lead to life unfolding in a way we would never have imagined. Following a diagnos…

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22. One of the OG content creators, Clemmie Telford: From Mother of All Lists to But Why? 48:27

2y ago48:27

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Clemmie Telford. Clemmie came to our attention via Instagram right at the start of the platform’s success and has shared her journey ever since. She’s a creative director, content creator, author and host of the podcast ‘But Why?’ and has always used her platform to enable open and honest conversations …

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21. Undercover detective, Nina Hobson: Going undercover to expose the darker side of the UK police force. BAFTA nominated Dispatches to life as an LA private investigator. 52:56

2y ago52:56

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by ex British detective Nina Hobson who, fifteen years ago, went undercover into the British police to expose the racism and sexism within the force. Her findings became a BAFTA nominated episode of Dispatches and the documentary resulted in changes to the laws around training within the police and to …

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20. Author and poet, Donna Ashworth: showering the world with her words and bringing poetry back into focus. 59:44

2y ago59:44

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by author and poet Donna Ashworth. Donna describes herself as a ‘lover of words’ and her Sunday Times best selling poetry books have garnered her over a million facebook followers and a captive global audience who turn to her poems and words as a source of comfort and peace whilst navigating life, love…

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19. Comedy legend, Olga Thompson: Everyone's favourite Big Fat Greek Mother talks about the highs, lows and finding her way 'home'. 54:48

2y ago54:48

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma in joined by Instagram comedy legend Olga Thompson - known to thousands as Big Fat Greek Mother. Olga is a writer, actor, comedian, mum of three boys and genuinely adored by audiences and followers everywhere for her relatable and very, very funny observations on parenting teen boys, the menopause and, of course…

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18. Survivor and Campaigner, Kreena Dhiman: From breast cancer, heart failure to surrogacy and triplets. 1:16:06

2y ago1:16:06

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Kreena Dhiman. Breast cancer and heart failure survivor, mother of four children (including triplets!) conceived by surrogacy, Kreena’s story has to be heard to be believed. As a South Asian woman Kreena is passionate about changing the narrative around cancer within her community and her role as an…

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17. Writer, activist and former policy advisor, Emily Kenway: Who Cares? Shining a light on the forgotten family caregivers. 48:14

2y ago48:14

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by writer, activist and former policy advisor, Emily Kenway. Her new book, 'Who Cares: The Hidden Crisis of Caregiving and How We Solve It' takes us into the invisible world of family caregivers. It’s a beautifully written and deeply moving book, with Emily’s personal story of caring for her mother tol…

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16. Award-winning broadcasters and vocal coaches, Carrie and David Grant: Navigating their own very modern family. 58:18

2y ago58:18

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma is joined by Carrie and David Grant. BAFTA award-winning broadcasters, vocal coaches, leadership coaches and campaigners, their TV and music career has spanned over 35 years and they have been awarded a MOBO and a BASCA for their lifetime services to the music industry. The couple have been married for 34 years …

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15. Denise Welch - Part two: the 'lost years', duvet days and how life really is. 44:20

2y ago44:20

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma continues her conversation with actress, best selling author and Loose Women presenter, Denise Welch. More honest talk about mental health, the joy of a duvet day, being addicted to our mobile phones and grieving for the ‘lost years’ when our children were younger and life’s challenges meant not always being pre…

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14. Actress, Loose Woman and Author, Denise Welch - Part one: mental health, motherhood, real housewives...to be continued. 51:02

2y ago51:02

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Denise Welch. Denise is an award-winning actress, TV presenter and author. Her acting credits include Coronation Street, Soldier, Soldier, Waterloo Road and Boy Meets Girl. She is also an accomplished theatre actress and has been a panellist on Loose Women for several years. Denise has always talked inc…

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13. Actress, CEO, author, Davinia Taylor: biohacking, hormone health, morning sunlight and sobriety. 1:01:09

2y ago1:01:09

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to actress, CEO and biohacking extraordinaire, Davinia Taylor. Davinia’s career started on C4’s hit soap, Hollyoaks playing the role of Jude Cunningham and her party lifestyle was well documented. Now, 14 years sober, she has researched, tested and biohacked her way to optimum health and shares all of her …

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12. Donna Lancaster: Words from a Wise Woman. 52:45

2y ago52:45

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to intuitive coach, author, elder and mentor, Donna Lancaster. Donna was one of the co-founders and facilitators of The Bridge Retreat and has been working with individuals, couples and groups for over 30 years. Donna’s latest book, Wise Words for Women offers words to comfort, challenge and inspire and he…

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11. Award winning comedian, Rosie Wilby: The Queen of Breakups, loving and learning along the way. 44:58

2y ago44:58

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to award winning comedian, speaker and journalist, Rosie Wilby. Her podcast, ‘The Breakup Monologues’ led to Rosie being dubbed The Queen of Breakups by BBC Radio 4 and now her findings have come together in a book, ‘The Breakup Monologues - The Unexpected Joy of Heartbreak.’ Rosie’s quest to delve deeply …

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10. Editor, author and podcaster, Lorraine Candy: surviving teenage disdain, pot plant parenting and midlife motherhood. 56:51

2y ago56:51

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Lorraine Candy. Former Editor-in-Chief of Cosmopolitan, Elle and Style Magazine, Lorraine co-hosts the hugely popular ‘Postcards from Mid-life’ podcast and is author of the Sunday Times Best Seller, ‘Mum, What’s Wrong With You?’ - 101 Things Only Mothers of Teenage Girls Know and ‘What’s Wrong With Me?’…

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9. TV and radio presenter, Gaby Roslin: self belief, embracing the positives and the wonders of walking. 31:23

2y ago31:23

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Gaby Roslin. Gaby is one of the most familiar and loved faces on our screens, starting her TV career back in the 80’s on the Saturday morning children’s show ‘Motormouth’ and then finding fame as co-host of Channel 4’s ‘The Big Breakfast’, ‘Children In Need’ and so much more. Gaby is a regular on BBC Ra…

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8. Author, journalist and mental health campaigner, Bryony Gordon: life with OCD, the relief of sobriety and the power of connection. 47:05

2y ago47:05

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Bryony Gordon. Bryony is a Sunday Times Bestselling Author, Telegraph Columnist, host of the podcast ‘Mad World’ and founder of peer support group Mental Health Mates. Bryony’s books include ‘Mad Girl’, ‘Glorious Rock Bottom’, ‘You Got This’, ‘No Such Thing As Normal’ and most recently, her debut YA fic…

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7. Author, comedian and keynote speaker, Gavin Oattes: igniting the fire in our bellies, the importance of play and embracing the magic within. 43:21

2+ y ago43:21

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to best selling author, award winning comedian and motivational speaker, Gavin Oattes. Founder of Tree of Knowledge and highly sought after by the world’s leading brands, he effortlessly takes his audiences on an uplifting journey of self-reflection, igniting fires in the bellies of each and every individu…

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6. Sunday Times Bestselling author, Clover Stroud: on love, loss, raw grief and the magic of life. 48:18

2+ y ago48:18

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Clover Stroud. Clover is a journalist, mother of five and Sunday Times Bestselling author. Her most recent book, ‘The Red of My Blood - A Death and Life Story’ charts the first year after the death of her beloved sister, Nell. Clover writes beautifully and brutally about the unbearable loss of a loved o…

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5. Speaker, mindfulness meditation teacher, Dr Frazer McGlinchey PhD: reminding us to meet ourselves and each other, with kindness. 48:44

2+ y ago48:44

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to Frazer McGlinchey, PhD. Frazer works across wellness, hospitality, the arts and academia in a number of guises and is the founder of Happysense. Frazer is passionate about curating and creating meditation and mindfulness programmes in unique platforms and collaborations, to show how powerful the practic…

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4. Founder of Black Women Rising, Leanne Pero MBE: her own breast cancer journey and changing the false narrative that cancer is not a 'black disease'. 55:28

2+ y ago55:28

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On this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to award winning entrepreneur, model, ex dancer, author, mentor and breast cancer survivor - Leanne Pero. In 2016, Leanne was diagnosed with breast cancer and went on to set up the Black Women Rising cancer support project. The mission at Black Women Rising is to educate, inspire and bring opportunities fo…

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3. Comedian, author and marathon runner, Helen Thorn: Life after divorce, dating disasters and finding a whole new level of joy. 40:56

2+ y ago40:56

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In this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to comedian, best selling author and marathon runner, Helen Thorn. Helen is one half of the hugely successful comedy duo The Scummy Mummies, a single mum of two and author of ‘Get Divorced-Be Happy’ Helen shares how she navigated the sudden break up of her marriage at the start of the first lockdown, her p…

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2. Psychotherapist and best selling author, Anna Mathur: a vulnerable share, self love and allowing ourselves to be truly seen. 42:44

2+ y ago42:44

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In this week’s episode of Open, Emma talks to psychotherapist and Sunday Times Best-selling author, Anna Mathur about the growth and gifts that emerge when life as we know it falls apart, vulnerability, self love and how it feels when we allow ourselves to be truly seen. Anna’s books include Mind Over Mother, Know Your Worth and The Little Book of …

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1. Heather James: the loss of Deborah, her incredible legacy and the future King coming round for tea. 48:21

2+ y ago48:21

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In this week’s episode of ‘Open’ Emma talks to Heather James about how she is navigating life following the death of her eldest daughter Dame Deborah James, the incredible legacy Deborah left behind and the rather comical behind the scenes moments as the family got ready for the Prince of Wales to pop round for tea. Emma Campbell - @limitless_em ww…