Her Discussions with Dr Faye Bate

It's honestly shocking how little we're taught about money, given how big a role it plays in our lives. That's why I knew we needed an episode on money, as financial health is just as important as physical health.

Ola is a leading voice in financial health, featured in BBC News, The Financial Times, and Elle. She’s the perfect guest to answer all your questions about this topic, helping you stop stressing and start building a stronger financial future.

What you’ll learn:

💰 How to get 10% more from your savings

✨ A ChatGPT prompt to help you track your money

🛍️ The golden 30-day basket rule (for your next ASOS order)

🎄 How to spend £15 vs £50 on Christmas dinners this year

👜 1 thing to leave in your purse to save more money

🍿 Why cancelling Netflix won’t help you buy a house

Resources & links mentioned:

• AllThingsMoney: @allthingsmoney
• https://allthingsmoney.com/

Links to subscribe / follow:

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612
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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).

Did you know planning a holiday may give you more dopamine than actually going on one?

This is for the girls who want to understand their brains, reduce stress, and create routines that work with their brains, not against them.

Anne-Sophie is a leading voice in neuroscience and a global speaker, and in this episode, she shares simple, science-backed ways to look after your brain and slow cognitive decline.

Correction at 22:58:Aromatherapy can boost memory by 226%, not 94%, for specific demographics at night.https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnins.2023.1200448/full

What you’ll learn:

• Why a £2 tea beats £100 elixirs
• Top tips to protect your brain
• Why we need to stop glorifying 5 AM wake-ups
• 2 signs your nervous system is off
• Why you should know your rug’s colour
• How keeping your shoes on can boost productivity
• The truth about meditation (it’s not meant to make you relaxed)

Resources & links mentioned:

• Anne-Sophie: @coochiebygucci

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

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Have you ever wondered what’s causing your hair loss, how to stop it, which blood tests to do, or the best way to care for and wash your hair?

If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to look after your hair, this episode is for you!

Dr Adel is a Consultant Dermatologist specialising in hair loss for both children and adults. She earned her MBBS with distinction from St Bartholomew’s Hospital and the London School of Medicine in 2014, and a PgCert in Medical Education with distinction in 2018. She also completed her dermatology specialist training at the renowned Oxford University Hospitals.

What you’ll learn:

💊 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

Resources & links mentioned:

Dr Adel: @dermatologist_adel

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

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

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Please leave a review or rating. It helps us grow the podcast and bring you more amazing guests.

Share with someone who needs this; it might help them live a happier, healthier life. Follow us on social media or join the broadcast channel to send us your questions for our guests.

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Have you ever felt like you weren’t good enough or been angry at how women’s health is ignored?

These are some of the things I’ve never spoken about before, and that could change your outlook on life and your health.

What you'll learn:

• How to be unashamed and unapologetically you
• How to gain a fresh appreciation for life
• The real damage misinformation can make
• How to thrive in environments full of ego and misogyny
• Some things I did that I would never do again as a doctor

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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I was so shocked when I found out our generation is moving less frequently than previous generations.

If you looking to get active or improve your performance but feel you have no time, no idea where to begin, or how to distinguish between fact and fiction - this episode is for you.

Dr. Mimi is a leading expert in sports science. After training for marathons while working 72-hour weeks and night shifts for the NHS, she now uses her expertise to clarify fitness misinformation found on social media.

About the guest:

• Name: Dr Miranda Layton
• Where to find them: @dr_mimi_runs

Topics we cover:

Resources & links:

• Dr Mimi: https://www.instagram.com/dr_mimi_runs/
• https://journals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp/16/4/article-p601.xml

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

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Ever wondered how alcohol actually affects your body?

After this episode, you'll understand why hangovers trigger anxiety, how to break the drinking-guilt loop, and how to quiet a busy mind without reaching for a drink.

About the guest:

• Millie Gooch
• Author/writer, speaker + sober girl
• MSc mental health + addiction
• Founder @sobergirlsociety
• Instagram: @milliegooch

Topics we cover:

• What does a healthy relationship with alcohol look like?
• What happens to your body when you drink?
• What triggers hangover anxiety?
• Is red wine at night actually good for you?
• What are some fun sober things to do? And what are your top tips for going out as a sober girl?
• How do you tell people you don’t drink?

Resources & links:

• Millie Gooch: https://www.instagram.com/milliegooch/?hl=en
• Sober Girl Society: https://www.instagram.com/sobergirlsociety/?hl=en

Links to subscribe / follow:

• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/her-discussions-by-dr-faye/id1835829612
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Have you ever wondered how probiotics, antibiotics, and stress affect your gut?

If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to improve your gut health, this episode is for you!

About the guest:

Dr Megan Rossi, PhD, Rd, APD is an internationally renowned gut health scientist with an award-winning PhD in probiotics, dietitian, nutritionist and best-selling author with a mission to inspire and transform everyone’s gut health using the latest science. She is a Research Fellow at King’s College London and is the founder of The Gut Health Doctor, Bio&Me and SMART STRAINS®.

What you’ll learn:

• The 70p trick to make your takeaway gut-friendly
• A 9-minute dinner that’s kind to your gut
• Why juice cleanses might do more harm than good
• How fruit + olive oil can ease period pain
• What sweeteners really do to your gut

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

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This is what I wish more people knew about as a doctor obsessed with women's health and what I would never do.

With fertility rates declining, misinformation being spread by the president of the USA, and women's health conditions like endometriosis affecting 1 in 10 women, it has never been more vital for you to learn about your body from reliable sources.

Topics we cover:

• Keeping your period data safe
• Paying attention to your body and what it’s telling you
• Using heat and products safely
• Feeling good about your body and food
• Sleeping better and using your phone less at night
• Talking about death and living life fully
• Staying curious and always learning

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

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Have you ever felt dismissed by a doctor and been labelled as ‘too dramatic’?

If speaking up for yourself feels difficult, today you'll learn:

• Practical tools to advocate for yourself
• How to ask for better answers without guilt (people-pleasing girls, I see you 👀)
• How to prepare for a doctor's appointment

About the guest:

• Dr Tosin Sotubo-Ajayi | MD
• Family Doctor (GP), Women’s Health Advocate, Health Educator, TV Presenter & Healthtech Advisor
• Find Dr Tosin on Instagram and TikTok at @drtosinofficial

Topics we cover:

• How to advocate for yourself and get better answers
• Green and red flags to look for in your doctor
• Tips to prepare for your next doctor's appointment
• What to do when you feel dismissed or ignored

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

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Sharon Gaffka opens up about what it was really like growing up mixed-race in the UK, entering beauty pageants despite the criticism, getting spiked on a night out, and why she’s now fighting to stop it from happening to other women.

She also shares her experience with abortion and the backlash she faced after making that decision about her own body.

Sharon Gaffka, Her Discussions Podcast.

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