Well Enough

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• Poorna Bell: Why turning 40 changed everything 24.06.2026 47min

  What if the life you thought you wanted was never really yours to begin with?This week on Well Enough, journalist, author and broadcaster Poorna Bell joins Emilie Lavinia for a conversation about mid-life, relationships, ageing and the pressure women face to follow a script - fall in love, get married, have children and stay desirable.Poorna opens up about why turning 40 felt unexpectedly powerful, the anti-ageing narratives designed to keep women feeling small, how losing her husband reshaped her understanding of love, and why she ultimately chose not to have children. Together, they discuss midlife reinvention, modern dating, emotional resilience and what it really means to “want more” from life.Poorna’s latest book She Wanted More is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Elizabeth Davies: Why women should stop exercising to get smaller 17.06.2026 45min

  For decades, women have been sold the idea that exercise is about shrinking themselves — flattening stomachs, toning arms, and chasing the elusive “beach body.” But personal trainer and author Elizabeth Davies thinks it’s time for a rethink.In this episode, Elizabeth joins Emilie Lavinia to unpack why strength training matters so much as we age, how women can protect their muscles and bones in midlife, and why fitness culture still often repackages body shame as empowerment. We discuss menopause, gym confidence, cardio as punishment, the problem with arbitrary strength standards, and why one workout a week really can be enough.Elizabeth is the founder of This Woman Lifts and author of Training For Your Old Lady Body, a practical guide to building strength, resilience and confidence for the long game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Ed Gamble: "Type 1 diabetes is like having another job" 10.06.2026 46min

  Comedian, presenter and Off Menu co-host Ed Gamble has spent more than 25 years living with Type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed at just 13 years old, he describes managing the condition as "like having another job" - a constant balancing act of food, insulin, exercise, stress and everyday life.In this episode, Ed opens up about growing up as a self-described "fat kid", the complicated relationship with food that inspired his memoir Glutton, and how living with a chronic condition has shaped his understanding of health, control and wellbeing. We discuss the mental load of diabetes management, male body image, perfectionism, social media wellness trends, and why trying to optimise every aspect of your life can sometimes make you feel worse, not better.Ed also shares how technology has transformed diabetes care, the realities of performing stand-up while managing blood sugar levels, his experiences with weight loss and fitness, and why finding balance matters more than chasing perfection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Elite marathoner Anya Culling: "I lost my period and thought it was normal" 20.05.2026 32min

  Elite marathon runner Anya Culling's story will inspire you but maybe not in the way you expect. She shaved nearly two hours off her marathon time and now competes at the highest level, representing her country.In this episode, Anya opens up about teenage health crises that shaped her mentality, the ironic moment she realized elite runners do still have periods, and why her coach refused to train her until she got her health sorted. We discuss wellness overwhelm, how to spot the difference between training hard and overtraining, why women's health issues in sport often go unaddressed, and the recovery principle that changed everything for her.Anya is backing iron supplement brand Active Iron’s campaign to encourage open conversations around women’s health in sport. For more information visit https://activeiron.com/en-gb Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Psychologist Dr Julie Smith on how to handle anything life throws at you 13.05.2026 45min

  This week, clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and content creator Dr. Julie Smith joins us to dismantle the myth of constant happiness and offer practical tools for navigating life's inevitable storms.With over 10 million followers and two Sunday Times bestsellers (Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? and Open When), Julie has made it her mission to make high-quality mental health education accessible to everyone.In this conversation, we explore why young people are struggling despite having "the best it's ever been," the crucial difference between self-compassion and self-indulgence, and how our modern obsession with optimization is setting us up for failure. Julie shares the powerful "predator mindset" that helped her through her own health crisis, explains why feelings are information rather than problems to fix, and introduces the "solid back five" concept - fundamental pillars of mental wellbeing that we constantly underestimate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Happiness vs Joy: Kate Bowler reveals the true difference 06.05.2026 43min

  In a world of aggressive optimization, morning routines, and relentless pressure to manifest a perfect reality, how do we experience actual joy when life falls apart?This week on Well Enough, we sit down with Kate Bowler - Duke University professor, religion scholar, and author - to explore the profound differences between happiness and joy. At 35, Kate was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer, an event that completely shattered her reality and forced her to confront the agonizing platitude that "everything happens for a reason."Kate dismantles toxic positivity and wellness capitalism, explaining why you don't always need to find a silver lining. Get Kate’s book “Joyful, Anyway” here https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/joyful-anyway-9781037202582/Follow Well Enough on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/wellenoughTimecodes:00:00 Why Joy Isn't What You Think03:10 Happiness vs. Joy: What’s the Psychological Difference?06:25 Navigating Rage and Finding Joy After a Stage 4 Cancer Diagnosis08:00 "Emotional Appropriateness" & The Myth of Constant Optimization10:45 The Danger of Toxic Positivity and "Everything Happens for a Reason"13:10 The Hidden History (and Harm) of Manifesting17:30 What is "The Ache"? Embracing the Bittersweet Longing of Being Human20:20 Wellness Capitalism and the Absurdity of the 24/7 Morning Routine23:30 Navigating the Seasons of Wanting & Opening Your "Vault of Jewels"29:10 How to Practice Joy: Service, Love, and Hope33:30 How to Experience Joy During a "Light Apocalypse"37:00 Absurdism: Why You Should Lean Into Your Weird Delights39:20 The Surprising Limits of Gratitude Journaling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Julia Bradbury on the healing power of nature and walking for recovery 29.04.2026 38min

  What if the most powerful medicine was right outside your front door? In this episode, we explore the transformative role nature plays in healing, recovery and everyday wellness. Our guest is Julia Bradbury - TV presenter, Sunday Times bestselling author and one of the UK's most passionate advocates for the healing power of the outdoors. After a breast cancer diagnosis in 2021 and a subsequent mastectomy, Julia rebuilt her health from the ground up and nature was at the heart of it.She joins Emilie to talk about her diagnosis journey, the science behind nature snacks, resistance training, morning light, walking backwards, and why the single most important wellness habit starts with what you say to yourself.Get Julia’s book Hack Yourself HealthyJulia Bradbury is supporting Vista Health’s Signs of Clarity campaign. Visit www.vista-health.co.uk00:00 The Healing Power of Nature & Movement02:07 Functional Medicine: Finding the Root Cause04:50 How Walking Calms Your Nervous System06:40 Breast Cancer Diagnosis & The Promise of Nature08:15 How to Take Daily "Nature Snacks"10:00 The Emotional Toll of Surgery 12:35 Finding Comfort & Life Lessons from Trees15:00 Redefining Health vs. Toxic Resilience17:36 How to Make Time for Your Wellbeing19:31 Strength Training for Women & Hope Molecules22:21 Building Non-Negotiable Healthy Habits24:35 Overcoming Vulnerability After a Health Scare27:15 An Emotional Expedition to Antarctica29:18 Healthy Travel Hacks & Plane Snacks32:19 The Ultimate Slow Morning Routine34:27 The Power of Positive Affirmations & Self-Talk36:01 Why You Should Start Walking Backwards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Sophie Richards: Why men need better education on periods and fertility 22.04.2026 37min

  Sophie Richards spent ten years being dismissed by doctors who said her crippling period pain was "normal" and she'd "get used to it." Six surgeries later, she finally got her endometriosis diagnosis.This week, Sophie joins Emilie to break down inflammation as your body's "first response team," how she discovered it was driving her symptoms, and the dangerous wellness trends she fell for.She also shares the love story of bringing her now fiancé to her fertility appointment on date three, why she wants to create a school curriculum so boys learn about periods too, and her six pillars of anti-inflammatory living that transformed her health.Get Sophie’s book ‘The Anti-Inflammatory 30-day Reset’ here Follow Sophie on Instagram here Follow Emilie on Instagram here Timecodes00:00 Why I Share the Reality of Living with Endometriosis02:46 Six Surgeries & Ten Years of Chronic Pain04:16 The Period Pain Dismissed as "Normal"06:41 Bringing My Boyfriend to My Egg Freezing Appointment09:01 Educating Men About Women's Health: Why It Matters11:26 Why Boys Need Period Education Too13:41 What Is Inflammation? The First Response Team16:01 How I Discovered Inflammation Was the Root Cause18:46 Red Flags in the Wellness Industry21:31 The 30-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset Explained24:51 You're Not Crazy: Your Pain Is Real27:31 How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor30:41 The Doctor Who Finally Diagnosed My Endometriosis34:01 Breaking the Taboo: Men Talking About Periods36:46 Nourish Yourself Like You'd Nourish a Friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Vicky Pattison on PMDD, egg freezing and sex education 15.04.2026 45min

  Reality TV star Vicky Pattison opens up about her personal battle with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), a debilitating condition that goes far beyond typical PMS symptoms. She candidly discusses the physical and emotional toll it's taken on her life, and how finally getting diagnosed changed everything.Vicky also shares her experience with egg freezing, offering an honest perspective on the process, the emotions involved, and why she made this important decision for her future. Her vulnerability about fertility and planning for motherhood will resonate with many listeners navigating similar choices.Vicky’s new show ‘Maybe, Baby?’ is available to stream now on Channel 4.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Follow Vicky on Instagram here Timecodes:00:00 Introduction01:00 What Is PMDD? Understanding the Symptoms03:16 Two Weeks of Hell: Living with PMDD05:51 Five Years to Get a Diagnosis: Medical Gaslighting08:13 "Just a Period" - How Doctors Dismissed My Pain10:21 The Social Media Diagnosis That Changed Everything12:16 Finally Heard: Getting My PMDD Diagnosis14:46 Why Boys Need to Learn About Periods17:31 Antidepressants for PMDD: The Treatment Dilemma20:36 Navigating PMDD as a Couple24:11 Maybe Baby: Our Fertility Journey on TV27:01 Freezing My Eggs at 35: Taking Control30:31 The Hate I Got for Freezing My Eggs33:16 One Message That Made It All Worth It37:21 Can You Be a Good Mum with PMDD?42:01 Feel Your Feels: My Wellness Advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Ashley James: The misogynistic labels that keep women small 08.04.2026 47min

  What does it really mean to navigate womanhood under constant scrutiny? This week on Well Enough, author, DJ and broadcaster Ashley James explains the impossible standards women face.Ashley reveals the truth about misogynistic labels, from the slut-shaming she experienced at an all-boys school to being called 'selfish' both for not having children and then for wanting a life outside motherhood. She shares how becoming a mum forced her to confront her own internalised misogyny - and why birth trauma is dismissed as a 'negative mindset problem' rather than a maternity care failing.We also explore the hidden costs of being a woman, from the £20,000 women spend on menstruation in their lifetime to the double standards that mean female voices are constantly questioned while male commentators speak without proving their credentials.Ashley James’s bestselling Bimbo is available here Follow Well Enough on Instagram here Follow Emilie on Instagram here  Timecodes:00:00 Introduction03:16 The Misogyny Behind Calling Women Influencers05:46 Slut-Shamed at 1408:21 Punished for Having a Woman's Body11:01 Why "Bimbo" Needs Reclaiming14:06 The Impossible Standards of Mothers17:11 Regretting Motherhood20:16 Birth Trauma & the Failure of Maternity Care.22:46 Why C-Sections Shouldn't Be Shamed 26:31 Childcare Costs More Than My Mortgage 28:46 The Pressure to "Bounce Back" After Birth 32:26 Trolls & Misogyny: Refusing to Be Silenced 36:41 The Hidden Cost of Having a Period 40:31 Medical Gaslighting: Why Women's Pain Is Dismissed 43:21 Raising Kids Without Misogynistic Labels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Fashion model and author Rosie Viva: My life with bipolar 01.04.2026 41min

  Rosie Viva used to travel the world as a fashion model. It wasn’t until being arrested after a psychotic episode in Stansted Airport that she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. On the week of World Bipolar Day, Rosie joins Emilie on Well Enough to ask: what does the world still get wrong about bipolar, especially for women.Rosie’s book ‘Completely Normal and Totally Fine’ charts her journey with bipolar. She documents mania, depression and recovery all whilst navigating relationships, jobs and her new identity. In today’s episode, she also shares her one rule for drinking on medication, how to manage hypomania without losing the magic, and why thinking she was Susan Boyle for a week taught her family not to challenge delusions.Follow the show:Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Useful links:Rosie’s SubstackRosie’s book ‘Completely Normal and Totally Fine’‘Maybe its bipolar?’ test from Bipolar UKSamaritansTimecodes:00:00 What Is Bipolar Disorder? Breaking Down the Basics02:46 Type 1 vs Type 2 Bipolar: Understanding the Difference05:21 Misdiagnosis: When Doctors Miss Bipolar in Women08:16 The Psychotic Episode That Changed Everything10:11 Religious Delusions & Mania: My Breaking Point11:26 Arrested at Stansted Airport: The Baggage Drop Incident13:01 The Shame Around Mental Illness Nobody Talks About15:16 Getting the Right Medication: Why It Takes Time17:26 When Therapy Goes Wrong: My NHS Experience20:01 Managing Hypermania: Practical Tools That Work22:16 Navigating Friendships with Bipolar Disorder24:51 PMDD & Bipolar: The Hidden Connection for Women27:31 Can Women with Bipolar Be Stable? The Answer Is Yes29:56 How to Know If You Have Bipolar: First Steps32:31 Making My Channel 4 Documentary: Telling My Story35:26 Is My Madness Actually Magic? Reframing Bipolar38:01 The Euphoria of Hypermania: Like Astronauts in Space39:21 Drinking with Bipolar: My One Simple Rule Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Why 96% lack this nutrient: Rhiannon Lambert on the UK's food crisis 25.03.2026 42min

  The UK has a nutrition problem, and it's not the one most wellness influencers are shouting about. While TikTok pushes high-protein everything, Britain quietly ranks second-worst globally for fibre intake.Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert joins Emilie to expose the fibre gap, reveal why Parliament is finally paying attention, and explain how protein hype has distracted us from a genuine public health crisis. Only 4% of Brits meet the 30 gram daily target, and 80% think fibre is just about bowel movements - missing its profound impact on immunity, heart health, brain function, and even longevity.Rhiannon also dismantles dangerous wellness trends, explains why "what I eat in a day" videos are mostly fiction, and shares the changing gender norms behind our lost cooking culture.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Follow Rhiannon on Instagram hereGet Rhiannon’s book ‘The Fibre Formula’ hereTimecodes00:00 The Pressure to Be a Perfect Nutritionist02:46 The Reality of “What I Eat in a Day” Videos 05:46 The UK's Shocking Fibre Crisis 09:16 Why Diet Culture Destroyed Our Relationship with Food12:01 Rhiannon’s journey: Opera Singer to Nutritionist 15:46 Taking the Fibre Fight to Parliament 18:56 Why Fibre Has Had Such Bad PR 22:11 The Protein Hype Has Done Damage 25:21 How to Eat More Mindfully 28:16 Fibre for Immunity, Heart Health & Your Brain32:46 Why Women Lost Cooking Skills35:01 Wellness Trends to Avoid 37:51 Why Social Connection is as Important as Nutrition 40:26 Simple Swaps for Better Gut Health 41:21 Shut Out the Noise  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Cherry Healey: This is what happened when I hit perimenopause at 40 18.03.2026 42min

  TV presenter Cherry Healey shares her unexpected perimenopause journey, revealing how debilitating anxiety and heart palpitations at age 40 led her to nearly seek antidepressants, before discovering her symptoms were hormonal.In this conversation, Cherry discusses the misdiagnosis crisis facing women in their forties, the connection between depleting estrogen and UTIs (including her own life-threatening sepsis scare), and why she believes perimenopause is actually "the main event", not menopause itself.Follow the show:Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Timecodes:00:00 Perimenopause Hit at 40: Cherry's Story02:11 When Menopause Was Taboo04:01 The Dread That Won't Go Away05:36 Finally Getting Diagnosed07:01 How Misdiagnosis Destroys Women's Lives08:06 Is Perimenopause the Main Event10:06 Perimenopause as a Gift11:21 Why Lifting Weights Changes Everything14:31 Perimenopause Ended My Relationship16:01 Should You Get Your Hormones Tested?17:26 Track Your Cycle to Understand Your Body21:26 The Power of Sleep22:31 UTIs & Perimenopause: The Hidden Link24:26 My UTI Turned Into Sepsis27:01 Advice for Women Turning 4032:21 The Wellness Boom & Longevity38:46 What Makes You Feel Well EnoughFollow Cherry on Instagram here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Emma Barnett on motherhood, IVF and endometriosis 11.03.2026 52min

  This week, award-winning BBC broadcaster, journalist and author Emma Barnett joins us to challenge everything we think we know about the newborn bubble. Emma's new book, Maternity Service, tears through the toxic positivity of early motherhood with refreshing - and often hilarious - honesty.From the physical reality of recovering from a C-section to the quiet grief of losing your pre-baby identity, Emma holds nothing back. She also opens up about 21 years without an endometriosis diagnosis, six rounds of IVF, and how she's learned to survive - and thrive - with a chronic pain condition while raising two children and fronting some of the UK's biggest radio programmes.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Timecodes:00:00 Introduction: Why Maternity Leave Is a Lie01:01 What Is Maternity Service? The Book Explained01:31 Six Rounds of IVF and 21 Years Without a Diagnosis02:01 Matrescence: How Your Identity Shifts When You Become a Mother04:10 Can You Ever Really Prepare for Becoming a Mother?05:03 Toxic Positivity in Motherhood06:30 Reframing Motherhood as a Tour of Duty07:35 The Physical Reality: Healing a Broken Body After Birth08:57 C-Sections, Too Posh to Push, and the Stigma of Stomach Surgery09:50 What Is a Hypertonic Pelvic Floor? What No One Tells You11:25 The Loneliness of New Motherhood Nobody Talks About12:22 Identity Loss: Your Maternity Uniform and the Flattening of Self14:01 IVF, Bruising, and the Hidden Uniform of Fertility Treatment16:29 Delayed Gratification: The Survival Skill Every Mother Needs18:20 Perimenopause, Grief, and the Pressure to Have It All21:23 Maternity Discrimination and the Psychology of Being Replaced23:30 Is Boredom on Maternity Leave Normal? Yes, and Here's Why24:40 Writing a Letter to Your Pre-Baby Self26:35 Ready to Talk: Emma's New BBC Podcast on Women's Interior Lives30:50 The Best Books on Motherhood Emma Recommends39:00 Living With Endometriosis: The Diagnosis That Took 21 Years42:20 Endometriosis and IVF: When Getting Pregnant Becomes a Crisis49:30 Emma's Tip for Feeling Well Enough: The Power of MusicEpisodes of Ready to Talk with Emma Barnett are available every Friday on BBC Sounds.Buy Emma’s book Maternity Service - out in paperback March 12th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Endometriosis warning signs you should know PLUS how to ask your GP 04.03.2026 46min

  Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women - yet it still takes an average of eight years to be diagnosed. Why are so many living with debilitating pain for so long?In this episode, Emilie sits down with GP, TV doctor and endometriosis advocate Dr Raj Arora to unpack the reality of living with a chronic condition that is too often dismissed as “just bad periods”.We explore the early warning signs of endometriosis, why painful and heavy periods should never be normalised, and how cultural stigma can delay women from seeking help. Dr Raj also explains how the historical exclusion of women from medical research has shaped everything from diagnosis to pain management - and what needs to change.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Follow Dr Raj on Instagram hereTimecodes:00:00 What Is Endometriosis? 01:15 Endometriosis Explained: What’s Happening in the Body02:55 Why Does It Take 8 Years to Get an Endometriosis Diagnosis?04:00 The Gender Pain Gap & Why Women’s Pain Is Ignored06:05 Dr Raj Arora’s 11 Year Diagnosis Journey09:20 Painful Periods vs Endometriosis: What’s Normal?10:45 Medical Misogyny & The Lack of Women in Research14:35 How to Advocate for Yourself at the GP17:40 Endometriosis Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore20:40 How Is Endometriosis Diagnosed? (Laparoscopy, MRI & Tests)22:05 Endometriosis Treatment Options: Surgery & Hormonal Therapy23:10 Is There a Cure for Endometriosis?24:10 How Common Is Endometriosis in the UK?25:40 Endometriosis, Work & Menstrual Leave28:20 Fertility, Egg Freezing & Why Doctors Take It Seriously31:45 Why Doctors Need Better Training in Women’s Health33:40 Managing Endometriosis: Lifestyle, Diet & Exercise35:00 Natural Pain Relief, Heat Therapy & TENS Machines38:20 Finding Support: Endometriosis Community & Online ForumsResources mentioned in today’s episode:The Endometriosis Foundation helpline 0808 808 2227Symptom Checker to create a letter to take to your GP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Tim Spector on ferments, cheese and food packaging myths 25.02.2026 44min

  In this episode of Well Enough, we’re joined by the man who effectively pioneered the British gut-health revolution: Professor Tim Spector. As a leading genetic epidemiologist and the force behind ZOE, Spector has spent decades deconstructing why health outcomes are not all about genetics - it turns out our microbes are the ones calling the shots.Tim explains why a sanitized modern life is making us miserable and how the simple act of fermentation can act as a "vaccine" for the immune system. We’re talking about the "Four Ks" - Kefir, Kombucha, Kimchi, and Kraut - and why your expensive probiotic supplement might be a waste of money compared to a wedge of raw-milk cheese.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here 00:00 Introduction: Meeting Professor Tim Specter00:27 What is Fermentation? A Simple Definition01:21 Science Behind the Health Benefits of Ferments01:58 How Microbes Stimulate Your Immune System02:37 The Zoe Study: Why 3 Portions a Day Matters03:45 Real Results: Mood, Energy, and Hunger Improvements04:53 From Genetics to the Microbiome Revolution06:03 Why Identical Twins Have Different Gut Microbes06:48 How Modern Life Is Killing Our Good Bacteria07:31 The Hidden Cost of Overusing Antibiotics08:36 The "Four Ks" of Fermented Foods09:24 Beware of "Wellness Washing" in Supermarkets10:18 Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference?11:15 Pickled vs. Fermented: How to Tell the Difference12:47 Postbiotics: The Benefit of "Dead" Microbes13:49 How to Choose a High-Quality Kefir16:38 Foods to Avoid: Artificial Sweeteners & Fake Fruits17:47 Why You Should Introduce Ferments Slowly19:10 Supplements vs. Whole Foods: Which is Better?20:41 Best Cheeses for Gut Health (Unpasteurized & Raw)23:13 Choosing the Right Kombucha: Sugar & Stevia26:38 Tim Specter’s Daily Gut Health Routine30:16 Alcohol and the Gut: Red Wine vs. Spirits32:13 Budget Tips: Fermenting Scraps at Home34:58 Explaining the Gut-Brain Axis41:53 The #1 Tip: Diversity of 30 Plants a WeekMore from Tim:Find Tim on InstagramBuy Tim’s new book ‘Ferment’More from ZOE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Ateh Jewel on divorce, trying Ozempic and dating in her 40s 18.02.2026 1h

  Society loves to tell women that life peaks in their twenties. The story is that beauty and desirability have an expiration date. But for many, midlife isn’t an ending, it’s a turning point.This week on Well Enough, Emilie sits down with award-winning beauty journalist and brand founder, Ateh Jewel. After decades in an industry that often told her she didn’t fit the mold, Ateh is now reclaiming her narrative and sense of self with unapologetic joy. She challenges the cultural scripts that define women by their age or relationship status and explains why her 40s have been her most powerful decade yet.Ateh opens up about the moment that led to her divorce after a 26-year relationship and how she navigated the "feral" reality of modern dating as a midlife woman. You’ll also hear Ateh describe her experience as a black woman in the beauty industry, battling outdated and oftentimes ignorant views from those with financial power. Ateh also shares the shame she experienced surrounding Type 2 diabetes, her candid experience with Ozempic, and why reclaiming her health through weightlifting was an act of radical self-love.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Timecodes00:00 Life After 40: Why Your Best Years Are Ahead02:49 Childfree or Not: Defining Your Worth as a Woman05:00 Surviving the Beauty Industry as a Black Woman07:44 Why Beauty is Political12:14 Overcoming Racism in Venture Capital15:48 Diversity in the Beauty Industry17:53 The Truth About Divorce After 26 Years20:39 Finding Your Support System Post-Breakup22:58 Reframing Divorce: Why It’s Not a Failure25:50 Weight Loss Journey: Ozempic & Lifting Weights28:28 Using Dating Apps in your 40s31:40 Fetishization & Safety in Dating34:05 Parenting Gen Z Girls in the Social Media Age38:18 ‘Burn It Down’: How to Start Your Life Over40:05 Strategic Advice for Navigating Divorce43:00 Healing Trauma Through Pets & Routine51:30 The Shame of Type 2 Diabetes & Sugar AddictionMore from Ateh: Find Ateh Jewel on Instagram here Listen to Ateh’s podcast on divorce ‘The Big D’ hereAteh’s beauty brand is here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Valentine’s Special: Sex expert Dr Tara on improving sexual wellness 11.02.2026 53min

  Sexual wellness is often reduced to physical sensation - but what if it could be the key to mental clarity, relationship harmony and professional success? Today, Emilie sits down with Dr. Tara to explore the three dimensions of sexual health that most people ignore. We dig into the root causes of the low self-esteem epidemic among women and challenge the restrictive cultural scripts we inherited from previous generations.Dr. Tara explains the tangible ROI of an orgasm and why "sex positivity" is about more than just being open-minded. We also navigate the dark side of digital intimacy, from the dehumanization of AI sex bots to the misogyny lurking in your DMs. This is a candid look at how reclaiming your sexuality can fundamentally change how you show up in the world.Follow the show:Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Timecodes00:00 The 3 Dimensions of Sexual Wellness01:48 Relationship Advice: Frequency & Communication03:22 Defining Sex Positivity vs. Sex Negativity05:13 Why Pleasure Is Medicine for Physical & Mental Health07:29 Why Doctors Don't Talk About Sex09:03 Overcoming Cultural Scripts & Sexual Repression10:18 How We Teach Children Sexual Shame12:42 The ROI of Orgasms: Career & Confidence14:37 Building Sexual Self-Esteem & Intimacy16:43 The Historical Roots of Low Self-Esteem in Women18:32 Debunking "High Value" Woman Narratives20:12 Morning Masturbation & The Hormonal Cocktail22:48 Body Autonomy: Clothing & Self-Worth24:53 The Reality of the "Trad Wife" Trend26:33 Dealing with Unwanted DMs & Fetishization28:27 The Madonna-Whore Complex Explained30:38 Double Standards in Casual Sex & Dating31:58 Best Sex Education Books & Resources33:57 Clapping Back at Judgmental Comments35:48 Idiosyncratic Masturbation & Vibrator Dependency38:17 Sex Toy Recommendations: Discreet & Sustainable Options39:52 The Dark Side of AI Sex Robots42:13 Sex Therapist vs. Sex Coach: What's the Difference?46:12 How to Practice Sexual Meditation48:21 The Power of Sex Journaling & AffirmationsMore from Dr Tara:Luvbites on InstagramHer new book ‘How Do You Like It?: A Guide for Getting What You Want (in Bed)’  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Dr Karan Rajan on women’s health myths, intermittent fasting and glucose spikes 04.02.2026 49min

  In this episode of Well Enough, we sit down with Dr. Karan Rajan - NHS surgeon, author, and the internet’s favourite health myth-buster. With millions of followers looking to him for clarity, Dr. Karan has made a name for himself by dismantling health myths and translating complex medical studies into accessible, life-changing advice.We dig into the topics dominating your social media feeds: Is "cortisol face" real? Do you actually have a "leaky gut"? And is intermittent fasting a miracle cure or a hormonal disaster for women? Dr. Karan explains why we need to stop treating our bodies like they are broken and start focusing on the unsexy but essential pillars of health.Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter hereTimecodes:00:00 Fighting Health Misinformation01:35 Intermittent Fasting for Women02:35 Fasting for Weight Loss vs. Gut Health03:55 Does Fasting Heal Leaky Gut?05:30 What is Leaky Gut Actually?06:50 IBS vs. IBD vs. Leaky Gut07:45 The Truth About Glucose Spikes08:55 Are CGMs Accurate for Non-Diabetics?10:00 The Dangers of Glucose Hacking10:50 Sleep Trackers & Orthosomnia12:40 Cortisol Face & Belly Fat Myths14:40 The "Wellness Washing" Industry15:35 The 5 Unsexy Pillars of Health16:40 Probiotics vs. Fibre18:05 The 3-Month Fiber Challenge19:10 Fibre Supplements & GLP-1 (Ozempic)20:45 Inulin & Bloating Side Effects23:25 Pregnancy, Protein & Constipation24:35 The Gut-Skin & Gut-Brain Axis26:10 Do You Need a Gut Detox?28:30 Liver Detox Myths29:55 Red Flags in Wellness Influencers32:20 Carnivore Diet Risks35:20 Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor40:40 Dr. Rajan's #1 Health TipMore from Dr KaranNew book 'This Is Vital Information'Dr Karan's Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
• Deliciously Ella founder Ella Mills: Building her nutrition empire, simple cooking tips, and beating wellness overwhelm 28.01.2026 36min

  Wellness has never been louder, or more confusing. From six week bikini plans to “wellness-washed” products promising miracle quick fixes, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed before you’ve even made breakfast.This week on Well Enough, Emilie Lavinia sits down with Ella Mills, founder of Deliciously Ella. Ella sprung into the public eye in the early 2010s as a food blogger and has gone on to build one of the UK’s most trusted plant-based brands. She’s watched the wellness industry grow into a multi-trillion-dollar machine and she’s refreshingly honest about what’s gone wrong along the way.Ella shares what it really takes to build a household name, how she balances entrepreneurship with family life, and why true health has nothing to do with quick fixes or perfection. Follow Well Enough on Instagram hereFollow Emilie on Instagram here Subscribe to the Well Enough newsletter here00:00 Introduction 01:03 The Evolution of the Wellness Industry 02:18 Wellness Trends03:26 The Truth About Ultra-Processed Foods04:13 Stop Overcomplicating Wellness 05:42 Why the Wellness Industry is Failing Us 06:47 Overcoming Burnout and Mental Load 07:38 Sustainable Meal Planning for Busy Families 08:42 Small Habits: 5-Minute Meditation & Breathwork 10:31 Health is Not a Six-Week Bikini Plan11:39 How to Eat More Fiber Daily12:54 The 1% Rule for Habit Change14:21 The Power of Community and Movement15:52 What is Wellness Washing?17:23 Moving Beyond "Biohacking" & Hype18:48 Is Vegan Food Ultra-Processed?20:47 The Rise of the Flexitarian Diet23:02 10-Minute Recipe: Fancy Butter Beans on Toast26:24 Morning Routines and Digital Detox33:38 The Power of Doing "Well Enough"More from Ella:Deliciously Ella websiteElla’s InstagramElla’s new cookbook ‘Quick Wins’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.