Invisible Me Podcast

This time, Pat speaks to Freddy Carrick. Freddy is an author, coach, trainer, and font of knowledge who is working to help us better understand the menopause, and its effect on women. 

Freddy talks on our perception of the natural occurrence which is menopause, what happens when women go through it, and how we can embrace and normalise it in the workplace and beyond.


Edited by Benedict Jones
Music by Tom Haigh

Buy Freddy's Book - Menopause Unzipped: https://amzn.eu/d/05CLyJJr
Freddy's Website: https://freddycarrick.com/
Freddy's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddy-carrick/

#menopause #FreddyCarrick #hrt #hormones #peri-menopause

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Solicitor and CEO Ian McCann talks with Pat about his late autism diagnosis and what it meant to him. He champions flexibility in the workplace, and discusses the importance of this.

Dad to two children, and husband to a dyslexic ADHD wife, Ian extolls the virtues of life as someone who is neurodivergent, and focuses on the positives that this brings.

Ian McCann at Legal Studios: https://www.legalstudio.co.uk/our-experts/ian-mccann/

An Autistic Life: https://anautisticlife.co.uk/

Youtube link: https://youtu.be/SoWkq_KXVGU

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Benedict Jones.

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We chat with Nikki about living life with Type 1 Diabetes, and how it affects her daily life. Nikki gives us a detailed insight about just how she must carefully and regularly self-administer insulin to do the job that her pancreas cannot. Nikki talks on how the diagnosis process and healthcare for those with diabetes has changed since she was diagnosed.

Watch/listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t7t1m_jn4yE
Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Benedict Jones.

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S2 Traitors star, motivational speaker and all-round inspirational character, Andrew Jenkins, sheds some light on his personal tips and tricks to become a stronger and more self-aware individual. He explains how living through a near-fatal accident and subsequent trauma led him on a journey to becoming the incredible person he is today.

Andrew touches on the importance of changing the way we raise our children to be conscientious and emotionally-aware, especially amongst boys and men. He also runs Walk-and-talk events, which aim to allow participants to engage in openness and honest conversation to improve wellbeing. 

Andrew's website: https://www.andrewjenkins.co
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andrewjenkinsofficial
Request a cameo from Andrew: https://www.cameo.com/avjenkins22

Watch/listen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XHw4CMEwF5I
Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Benedict Jones.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, podcast host Pat Porter talks with Tom Haigh about her own diagnosis journey and gives an insight into her background. Growing up in Northern Ireland and later moving to England, Pat delves into how her adventures and experiences have shaped who she is today.

Along with her personal life, Pat talks about how she keeps countless plates spinning. Juggling various business ventures and engineering problem-solving, we hear about innovative and life-changing products which have been brought to life by Pat, from pen and paper to mass-manufacture.

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Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Benedict Jones.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter welcomes Jodie Hill from Thrive Law to discuss her neurodivergence. Jodie discusses her combined ADHD diagnosis aged 32, the diagnostic process, and how this affected her wider mental health and career.

The conversation also touches on the benefits to companies and employees of fostering inclusive work environments and the value of neurodivergent individuals in the workplace. Jodie's own business, Thrive Law, is showcased for modelling a work environment that supports its neurodivergent employees.

YouTube - @JodieHill
Facebook - Thrive Law
Instagram - @thrive_law
X - @Thrive_law 

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter welcomes Julie Kent MBE, who shares her recent experience of undergoing a lumpectomy to remove two cancerous lumps from her breast.

Julie talks about noticing an unusual change to her breast, the swift and efficient care she received, and beginning the emotional and physical journey of recovery. Pat and Julie discuss the importance of early detection and encourage listeners to seek medical advice if they notice any changes in their breasts. Julie also shares her coping mechanisms, and the support and advice received from friends undergoing cancer treatment.

Instagram - @juliekentmbe
Facebook - Julie Kent MBE
X - @juliekentmbe
juliekentmbe.com

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter welcomes Abi Withey, who shares her harrowing experience of the Manchester Arena bombing in 2017.

Abi recounts the events of that night and the long-term impact on her mental health, including her experience of PTSD. She discusses the support she received from friends, colleagues and professionals; her coping mechanisms; and how over time she has been able to follow her career goals despite working in potentially triggering environments.

Abi's business, Tailor-Made Social, and offers bespoke social media solutions to a wide range of clients.

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, host Pat Porter speaks with Mathilde Barker, who shares her experiences with endometriosis, a condition that affects one in ten women.

Mathilde discusses her long journey to a diagnosis, the challenges of being misunderstood by medical professionals, and the impact of the condition on her life and education. Pat and Mathilde discuss resilience, the importance of self-advocacy and pushing for answers when experiencing unexplained pain.

Instagram - @mathildebarker
TikTok - @mathildebarker
YouTube - @Mathildebarker
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Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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In this episode of Invisible Me, Denise Lewis shares her journey with brain surgery.

After experiencing subtle symptoms like headaches and vivid dreams, Denise went on to develop auras and fainting spells. After passing out while driving, she was finally diagnosed with epilepsy, while a routine scan revealed a brain tumour, leading to surgery and the road to recovery. 

Denise chats with Pat about the physical and emotional challenges she faced. She also touches on the impact her condition had on her family and the importance of communication and support. Having also had a recent diagnosis of fibromyalgia, Denise discusses her path to acceptance and learning to live with the impact of her condition.

Intro music by Ben Blanchard. 

Edited by Tom Haigh.

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