Her Discussions by Dr Faye

Confidence isn't about pretending you have all the answers.

In today's episode, we're joined by Stefanie Sword-Williams, TEDx Speaker and Forbes 30U30, founder of F*ck Being Humble, bestselling author and career confidence expert, to unpack why so many ambitious women struggle to back themselves.

What you’ll learn:

🤝🏻 the 10 questions trick for networking❤️‍🩹 how to keep your self-worth and career success separate💭 why introverts are better at networking than extroverts💗 how to train yourself to feel like you’re not running out of time✨ why you SHOULD move jobs constantly

Resources & links mentioned:

‘Career Comedown’ book: https://www.waterstones.com/book/career-comedown/stefanie-sword-williams//9780008706340

‘F*ck Being Humble: Why Self-Promotion Isn't a Dirty Word’ book: https://www.waterstones.com/book/f-ck-being-humble/stefanie-sword-williams/9781787135130

Stefanie’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbeinghumble

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Instagram & Tiktok - @drfayebate

Podcast Instagram & Tiktok: @herdiscussionspod

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Email: [email protected]

🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Siân Seccombe who is a sports nutritionist, endurance runner, and content creator focused on fueling strategies for athletes.

In the full episode, we discuss:

⚠️ 7 signs you’re under-fuelling your training (most runners miss this)

🧂 The only time you actually need electrolytes (and when you don’t 👀)

❌ Why fasted cardio is harmful for women

🥛 Foods to eat before & during a marathon for real energy

🏃‍♀️The 80% training rule that actually makes you faster

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QOy4Gyc0LFRppvGShkTer?si=ZwZakkdfQgCV60MSVj9h5A

YouTube: https://youtu.be/z41CRSSfhJw?si=bRmCkKYNcSUOjTOT

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Resources & links mentioned:

Siân’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/siansecc?igsh=dGQ0cnc3MmExM3Zo

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This podcast is for educational / informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. All opinions are those of the speaker(s).

Did you know there is a natural answer to Ozempic?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Madusha Peiris and Dr Rubina Aktar, who are leading experts in the gut-brain connection, with over a decade of research focused on how the gut senses nutrients and communicates with the brain through hormone signalling.

Their work has helped uncover how specialised gut cells (L-cells) can be activated to release key appetite-regulating hormones including GLP-1 and PYY - a lesser-known satiety hormone that many researchers believe is just as important as GLP-1 for sustainable appetite control.

Listen in and learn:

🥦 the reason you shouldn’t be buying probiotic supplements

🔬 the truth behind “nature’s ozempic”

🤤 why you never feel full

🥣 what to buy to * actually * heal your gut

🍽️ how to moderate your appetite control

Studies mentioned:

Page, A.J., Symonds, E., Peiris, M., Blackshaw, L.A. and Young, R.L. (2012), Peripheral neural targets in obesity. British Journal of Pharmacology, 166: 1537-1558. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1476-5381.2012.01951.x

The following paper was published in Gut journal and is also foundational to Elcella’s science:

Peiris M, Aktar R, Reed D, Cibert-Goton V, Zdanaviciene A, Halder W, Robinow A, Corke S, Dogra H, Knowles CH, Blackshaw A. Decoy bypass for appetite suppression in obese adults: role of synergistic nutrient sensing receptors GPR84 and FFAR4 on colonic endocrine cells. Gut. 2022 May;71(5):928-937. doi: 10.1136/gutjnl-2020-323219. Epub 2021 Jun 3. PMID: 34083384; PMCID: PMC8995825.

Resources & links mentioned:

• Elcella’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elcella_/

🔔 Join the HERd* broadcast channel here: https://www.instagram.com/channel/AbY4liwxlLnewx4H/?igsh=MWhuaXFweGtucTB3cA==

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📩 Want to reach out?

Email: [email protected]

🛑 Disclaimers:

Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Adel who is a Consultant Dermatologist specialising in hair loss for both children and adults.

In the full episode, we discuss:

🧬 How PCOS could contribute to hair loss

🎨 How to reverse or slow down greys

💨 Is air-drying your hair better than blow-drying?

🧴 How often to wash your hair

🩸 What blood tests to check for hair loss

🧼 2 holy-grail products for greasy hair

🌱 5 products to help with hair loss and growth

🔬 2 ingredients to look for on labels to boost scalp health

🛒 Which everyday products to buy or avoid

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7m2akiDCztDQQtL6egtr2O?si=ZgNsbfN7T6yb8TBStt0gqA

YouTube: https://youtu.be/gr3aMpnNiy0

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Resources & links mentioned:

Dr Adel: @dermatologist_adel

Rhute: @rhutehair or https://rhutehair.com/

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This podcast is for educational / informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. All opinions are those of the speaker(s).

How does your childhood shape you as an adult?

Why does being the eldest daughter instantly make you more ambitious?

How can we actually avoid comparison culture?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jemma Sbeg, host of the chart-topping podcast, ‘Psychology of your 20s,’ who shares her tips on making your twenties less overwhelming.

You’ll learn:

✨ the silent tax of being the eldest daughter

💌 whether you should have a 5 year plan

☁️ how objective desire will keep you from happiness

🌏 navigating long-distance relationships

💗 the trick to avoiding comparison culture

Resources & links mentioned:

’Person in Progress’ Book: https://www.psychologyofyour20s.com/copy-of-book

Jemma’s podcast - ‘Psychology of your 20s’: https://open.spotify.com/show/2HGcJRYrjGnpce6bRp8UXm

Jemma’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jemmasbeg/?hl=en

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Podcast Instagram & Tiktok: @herdiscussionspod

📩 Want to reach out?Email: [email protected]

🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Ailey who is a leading voice in somatic psychology. She was a professional ballerina and Miss Canada before her own trauma led her to become a chartered psychologist.

In the full episode, we discuss:

⭐ how to stop living in survival mode

🧠 1 concept that can improve 80% of your nervous system

❄️ why you freeze instead of getting things done

👀 why you can’t make eye contact

💪 3 reasons your body is tense all the time

☀️ why a walk may work better than gratitude lists

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/66B08nsuC8jrhKmZSq8xgC?si=XoQqN_T8SzaGg0dfF3DPYw

YouTube: https://youtu.be/aeexP9knjLU

Please don’t forget to subscribe - it really helps us grow the podcast.

Resources & links mentioned:

- Ailey Jolie: @aileyjolie

- Helen (Ailey’s physiotherapist) https://tmjphysio.co.uk/helen-cowgill-physiotherapy

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🛑 Disclaimers & legal:

This podcast is for educational / informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. All opinions are those of the speaker(s).

What if everything you've been told about GOOD and BAD food is making your relationship with food worse?

In today's episode, we're joined by nutritionist Joshua Hills, who turned the pain of growing up with a mother battling anorexia into a career helping thousands rebuild their relationship with food.

We explore what's actually happening when calorie tracking apps and ‘clean eating’ culture push people toward disordered eating, and how social media algorithms and creators are quietly feeding the cycle.

You’ll also learn:

🍓5 things that actually help people change eating habits long term

🚫 Why ‘eat less, move more’ doesn’t work in real life

🥑 3 reasons your nutrition falls apart

⚖️ The honest truth about scales, and when you should bin yours🍫 Why low-calorie snacks might be the reason you're always hungry

Resources & links mentioned:

Joshua Hills Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/joshuahillsnutrition/

You Can Eat That (Joshua’s book!) is available to order here: https://bio.to/youcaneatthat

The Joshua Hills Academy: https://www.joshuahillsnutrition.com

Support for anyone affected by eating disorders:

-firststepsed.co.uk

-beateatingdisorders.org.uk or 0808 801 0677 (England), 0808 801 0433 (Wales)

Professional body for talking therapy and counselling - bacp.co.uk

Links to subscribe / follow:

• Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612⁠
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• Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.
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🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Heather Elkington who is one of the UK’s leading leadership experts, an author, and a TEDx speaker who has been featured in Forbes and GQ.

In the full episode, we discuss:

👛 Hack to get paid x3 times your salary

🤍 How to stop being a people pleaser

⭐ Ways to get other people to respect you

✏️ 5 things you MUST include in your CVs

🚩 How to spot red flags from your manager

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qF06BemW1O2qldNtukxxp?si=9sPz3cbqTnWLj4MeBGwJSA

YouTube: https://youtu.be/GU0lrLsCZXc

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Resources & links mentioned:

@leadershipheather

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🛑 Disclaimers & legal:

This podcast is for educational / informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. All opinions are those of the speaker(s).

GIVEAWAY ALERT!

Sarah is kindly gifting a copy of her new book ‘Healthy Shouldn’t Be This Hard’. To enter, reshare this episode to your Instagram stories and tag us @herdiscussionspodcast. We’ll pick a winner and announce it on our stories next week 🤍

What if the real problem isn't what you're eating, but what's eating you?

In today’s episode, we’re joined by nutritionist and former model Sarah Ann Macklin, who retrained in nutritional science after experiencing serious health challenges during her modelling career, and now also hosts the Live Well Be Well podcast.

We explore why emotional eating has nothing to do with willpower, the ‘add not subtract’ mindset that reshapes your relationship with food, and how the wellness industry intentionally keeps nutrition confusing to keep you coming back.

You’ll learn:

🧠 1 skill that matters more than any diet😫 Why emotional eating isn't a willpower problem (and what actually helps instead)📍 The 3 step NNN technique for emotional eating🌙 What to eat before bed to calm your mind📲 Why most nutrition advice online is confusing (and often wrong)

Resources & links mentioned:

‘Healthy Shouldn’t Be This Hard’ book - https://linktr.ee/HealthySBTH?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGndN4t5FannHgouqEov2ydOImDMeK0d5pWyGT37cG2QFWoRfYETje4nv2Gzak_aem_uXAo6Olt18Pg1clcHb-1Hg

Live Well, Be Well Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/5JhQAqzTWR3ENNV5afJXFV

Sarah’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sarahannmacklin/

Support for anyone affected by eating disorders:-firststepsed.co.uk-beateatingdisorders.org.uk or 0808 801 0677 (England), 0808 801 0433 (Wales)

Professional body for talking therapy and counselling - bacp.co.uk

Links to subscribe / follow:

• Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612⁠
• Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5viLYizHD4Zy6J42iqtPRo⁠

Can I ask you a BIG favour? 💙

• Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.
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🛑 Disclaimers:Opinions are my own. This content is for educational / entertainment purposes and not medical or financial advice.

Another Thursday, another mini episode!

Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. 

This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Ritika Birah who is one of the UK's leading psychologists and speakers, with over 17 years of clinical experience.

In the full episode, we discuss:

📘 3 journal prompts to ask yourself if you can’t afford therapy

🍵 5-step anti-burnout evening routine

💼 How to stop thinking about work when you’re home

🫂 What to do if you have panic attacks

🤍 60-second trick to reset your nervous system

Listen to the full podcast here:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/62CXmtQ5rircTtPCXOM9VI?si=DeAHqCQrQT2wLUA2DZ4Gkw

YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bqj5YBGM1N0

Please don’t forget to subscribe - it really helps us grow the podcast.

Resources & links mentioned:

-Dr Ritz’s Instagram: @dr.ritz.psychologist

-the WhatsApp Journal which is called

-Reflect with Dr Ritz - https://drritika.co.uk/#reflect

-Website - https://drritika.co.uk/

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