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Today, Jean is joined by Rosemary Ferguson, a 90s icon turned nutritionist, to explore the profound impact of nutrition on pain management. Rosemary shares her journey from the runway to becoming a nutrition expert, driven by her passion for holistic health. Together, they delve into the importance of gut health, discussing how our diet can influence overall well-being and alleviate chronic pain.

They also tackle the effects of diet culture, including its influence on both female and male body image, and the impact of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems on our digestive health. Rosemary will explain how these systems play a crucial role in conditions like IBS and how addressing them can improve overall health.

Rosemary Ferguson is a certified functional medicine practitioner and nutritional therapist with an MSc in Advanced Nutrition. Her unique perspective on health stems from her diverse background in both modeling and nutrition. Starting her modeling career at 17, Rosemary became a prominent figure with campaigns for Miu Miu, Prada, and Armani, and walked the runway for Chanel, Versace, Galliano, and McQueen. Though she has transitioned to health and nutrition, she still makes occasional appearances, including a recent return to the runway for Miu Miu’s SS2024 collection and a cover story for Elle UK’s December 2023 edition.

In 2008, Rosemary pursued her passion for nutrition at The College of Naturopathic Medicine, later advancing her studies in functional medicine and completing her MSc in Advanced Nutrition, Research, and Practice. She now runs a busy online clinic, helping clients achieve their health goals. Rosemary also writes for Vogue and Beauty Papers and authored "Juice," published in April 2015, which features 100 juice recipes for modern wellness. She is currently working on new book projects.

For more information, visit her website at roseferguson.com and follow her on Instagram @rosemaryferguson_.

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In today’s episode, George Cortina courageously shares his poignant journey through the immense grief of losing friends to the AIDS crisis, which had a profound and lasting impact on his life. Despite the weight of this loss, George has discovered a path forward, grounded in sobriety, service, and an unwavering commitment to his core values. Through his resilience and gratitude, he exemplifies the strength to move beyond tragedy and find meaning and purpose in life.

George is currently the Fashion Editor-At-Large at both GQ and V Magazine. His editorial work has been featured in Harper’s Bazaar, WSJ, W, Interview, and International Vogues. 

George’s advertising clients include Agent Provocateur, Bode, Bvlgari, Calvin Klein, Carolina Herrera, Charlotte Tilbury, Clarins, Cle de Peau, David Yurman, Dundas, Estee Lauder, Etro, Frame, Furla, Fursac, Giorgio Armani, H&M, Hugo Boss, Kerastase, Revlon, Roberto Cavalli, Sephora, St John, and Theory.

In addition, George Cortina has worked with numerous actors, musicians and personalities including Alexander Skarsgard, Amanda Seyfried, ASAP Rocky, Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Christian Bale, Daniel Craig, Gisele Bündche, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jared Leto, Jenifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Jodie Foster, Joe Biden, Marion Cotillard, Michelle Pfeiffer, Oprah Winfrey, Robert Pattinson, Ryan Gosling, Steven Yuen, and Winona Ryder.

You can follow George on Instagram @georgecortina 

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I am delighted to be joined today by my esteemed agent, the iconic Richard Habberly. In this episode, Richard shares a deeply personal and poignant narrative, reflecting on his journey through addiction and the transformative power of learning to become teachable.

Richard grew up in East London in the late 70s amidst the burgeoning scene of youth cults. He left home at 17 and was an integral part of the club kid scene which is documented in his book Memorabilia published by Idea books.

He drifted into being a model agent in London in the late 80s, then moved to NYC in the mid 90s where he worked for 25 years - described as ‘the super agent’ to the ‘supermodels’ he has managed most of the world's top models in his career. 

He currently lives in London and is the director of his own  agency Perspective Management, the home of talent  such as Naomi Campbell, Jean Campbell, Eva Herzigová, and Karen Elson along with some of the hottest new British talent.

He has recently completed work on the new exhibition ‘Naomi: in fashion’ at the V&A.

In his spare time he studies the classics and can be found wandering around archeological sites in Italy and Egypt or attending lectures at the British Museum. 

You can follow Richard on Instagram @richardhabberly 

And you can learn more about Perspective Management @perspective.management

NAOMI in Fashion at V&A South Kensington in London is on view until Sunday, 6 April 2025

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Today, Jean is joined by the incredibly inspiring Marti Hines, a dedicated advocate for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). As a Black woman living with MS, Marti shares her powerful journey, shedding light on the unique challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and unwavering determination, offering invaluable insights into the intersection of race, gender, and chronic illness. Marti's advocacy work not only highlights the struggles but also celebrates the strength of those navigating life with this condition.

In late 2019, Marti launched the platform Marti’s MS Life as a transparent way to share her journey with Multiple Sclerosis. Marti was first diagnosed with the immune disorder in 2018 after a scary incident when she woke to find the left side of her body paralyzed. After hours of being poked, prodded and med vacced to a second hospital, an MRI scan finally showed several lesions on the then 35 year old’s brain and spinal cord ultimately resulting in the unexpected diagnosis. 

Since that time, Marti has experienced a roller coaster of denial and grief as she watched her body take a mind of its own, feeling non stop pain and witnessing a lack of control over her mind, limbs, vision and even her bladder. Nevertheless, Marti has persisted with God and a strong support system. 

As a Black woman, it was quick to see there was much unknown about the disease in general, but more so there are heightened symptoms for people of color. With that in mind, Marti decided to use her voice, her position in the entertainment world of Hollywood and her newly created Marti’s MS Life platform to shed light and be a resource for other MS warriors and the general public to create awareness. 

Connect with Marti… 

On Instagram: @martis_mslife

Via her website: www.martihines.com

Listen to Marti’s (incredible) podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grace-through-pain-a-journey-to-hope/id1728761460

Learn more on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcuPGwWmrm5fHgOa2opmd6dLJrQe78FmH&si=B-sY3rkVQuZDFfN9

Resources referenced in the episode: 

Read Marti and Jean’s book recommendation The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck  to explore the very nature of loving relationships - especially the relationship you have with yourself. 

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Today we are thrilled to have Dr. Charlotte Small, Chief Medical Officer at the UK’s Leva Clinic, on the podcast. The Leva Clinic, based in the UK and integrated with NHS services, specializes in personalized chronic pain management, advocating for individualized treatment approaches tailored to each patient's needs. In this episode, Dr. Small shares her innovative work and stresses the importance of advocating for yourself. Dr. Small also discusses conditions such as fibromyalgia, certain types of migraines, and irritable bowel syndrome, where there is limited general social understanding and many misconceptions. She addresses myths about pain conditions being fabricated and emphasizes the importance of educating the public about these often misunderstood conditions. Dr. Small delves into the profound impact chronic pain can have on a person's life, highlighting how it affects mental well-being and the psychological aspects intertwined with pain management. Additionally, she explores the connections between pain and trauma, as well as pain in relation to neurodiversity, offering valuable insights into these complex relationships. Notably, 13 to 18 percent of the population in the UK will live with moderate or severe chronic pain conditions, underscoring the significance of the work being done at the Leva Clinic.

Dr. Small started her anaesthetics training in the Royal Air Force and was previously the Virtual Reality Lead within the Academic Department of Military Anaesthesia and Critical Care.

She was the Chair of the West Midlands Trainee Research in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Network and completed a PhD at the University of Birmingham and an MSc in Pain Management at Cardiff University.

She has experience in treating a range of chronic pain conditions and is the co-founder of the Skylark Project, improving access to care for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, alongside the Flying Child Project.

Learn more about Leva Clinic at https://www.levaclinic.com/ and connect @levaclinic on Instagram and Facebook

Featured resources from this episode:

Dr. Small recommends reading It's All In Your Head by Suzanne O'Sullivan for those experiencing or who want to learn more about chronic pain and misunderstood conditions.

Learn more about The Flying Child - UK-based, survivor-led, non-profit organisation, founded by Sophie Olson – a survivor of intrafamilial CSA.  Their aim is to normalise speaking about child sexual abuse, in society, in professional settings and within the survivor community itself.

Learn more about Skylarks - UK-based independent charity offering a range of activities for children with additional needs, their siblings and parents/carers, both online and face-to-face.

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In this episode teacher, author, and founder of the School of Womanly Arts, Regena Thomashauer, shares with us  her transformative journey to reclaiming her sensuality, self-worth, and feminine power. 

Regena Thomashauer (a.k.a. “Mama Gena”) is a best-selling author, media personality, and founder and CEO of the School of Womanly Arts.

She’s on a mission to help women reclaim their power by tapping into the divine feminine and infusing their lives with the lost art of pleasure. Thomashauer’s approach stems from decades of research in the social, cultural, and economic history of women, with a distinctive style that is at once irreverent, unwavering, and affirming. In addition to leading the School of Womanly Arts, Thomashauer has authored four popular books, including New York Times Bestseller, Pussy: A Reclamation. She’s been featured widely as a leading expert in modern feminism. Join the global movement and learn more about Mama Gena at https://mamagenas.com/

You can follow Regena on Facebook and Instagram

Learn more about Regena’s Virtual Pleasure Bootcamp at https://virtualpleasurebootcamp.com/

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In this episode, Dr. Wayne Kampers delves into his innovative approach to managing chronic pain through the principles of neuroplasticity. 

Dr. Wayne Kampers started his career as the medical director of a busy GP practice in Canada, frustrated by the limitations of ten-minute mental health consultations. Seeking more time to understand his patients, he moved to the UK and specialized in psychiatry.

With over 35 years in medicine and 25 years as an Integrative Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr. Kampers has expertise in General Practice, General Adult, and Elderly Care psychiatry. He focuses on:

• Chronic Primary Pain and Medically Unexplained Symptoms (MUS)
• Undiagnosed ADHD, especially in women
• Female hormonal mental health issues
• The impact of mental health on the autonomic nervous system

He advocates for precision medicine, genetic testing, and the role of psychedelics in psychiatry. His biopsychosocial approach targets Chronic Primary Pain, Chronic Functional Syndromes, and MUS.

Dr. Kampers uses a diagnostic hierarchy to avoid comorbidity and polypharmacy, with special interests in:

• Chronic Primary Pain (neuroplastic pain)
• Undiagnosed ADHD and ADD
• Female Hormonal Mental Health
• Psychedelic Assisted Therapy and Cannabis-Based Medicinal Products
• The Dysregulated Autonomic Nervous System

He has chaired panels on Chronic Primary Pain, is a member of several professional organizations, and developed The Pain Recovery Program after recovering from neuroplastic pain himself. He leads Ketamine Assisted Therapy Clinics in London and supports MDMA and Psilocybin-assisted therapy.

His career spans three continents, offering an international and culturally sensitive approach to psychiatry.

You can learn more about the Curable app here https://www.curablehealth.com/ 

You can learn more about Dr. Wayne Kampers by visiting https://www.drwaynekampers.co.uk/

Today's episode is proudly brought to you by Hiro Capital. HIRO Capital is a London based Venture Capital firm investing globally in the digital future of Sports, Fitness, Wellness and Longevity. HIRO believes that sport, fitness and play are deep natural behaviours that make humans happier and healthier - and that digital technologies such as wearables and AI can help make us smarter about our bodies and minds. HIRO strongly supports Jean’s mission to bring information, expertise and openness to the experience of living with pain and to use exercise and meditation for recovery. You can learn more about Hiro Capitol by visiting https://hiro.capital/ 

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Host: Jean Campbell 

Co-host: Ed Burgess-Wells 

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This week fashion icon Penelope Tree discusses her very personal battle with an eating disorder and her path to finding hope.

Penelope Tree was born in New York where she attended school. At the age of 16 she was scouted by Richard Avedon at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball.

Thanks to the encouragement of Diana Vreeland, Richard Avedon and Guy Bourdin, she soon became a top model and in 1968, she moved to London to live with David Bailey and continued to work with him for the next few years until a bad case of cystic acne abruptly ended her modelling career.

In 1981 she moved to Sydney Australia with her husband Ricky Fataar and their daughter Paloma. She worked as a researcher for a TV series called Extra Dimensions, and served on several boards. Her son Michael was born in 1989.

Over the years she has written articles for American Vogue, British Vogue,  Harpers Bazaar UK, and the FT.

She now lives and works in Sussex and has just published her first novel, Piece of My Heart, published by Moonflower Books www.amazon.co.uk/Piece-My-Heart-Penelope-Tree/

She is on the board of Lotus Outreach International and President of Lotus Outreach UK  www.lotusoutreach.org

You can follow Penelope on Instagram at @penelopetree_official

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Ed Burgess-Wells opens up about his lifelong struggle with something many of us take for granted: sleep. He delves into the profound implications of sleep deprivation on both mental and physical health, sharing personal insights and challenges he's faced along the way. Ed also discusses how establishing a consistent routine has been crucial in managing his insomnia, emphasizing the power of mind over matter.

Ed Burgess-Wells is a meditation instructor that has been practising meditation for 23 years and has created a specialised meditative therapy that deals with the link between emotional and physical pain. He has had the pleasure of working with many high performers and artists globally, helping them to achieve their goals and overcome any boundaries, physical or mental. 


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Host: Jean Campbell

Co-Host / Guest: Ed Burgess-Wells

Executive Producer: Jean Campbell 

Producer: Sigourney Watson

Post-Production Producer: Wicked Child Studio, Hailey Rovner Malach 

Composer: Edoardo Vella