In the Season 4 premiere of the Middle-aged Bodcast, we're joined by Liz McClarnon - singer, songwriter, Atomic Kitten star, Celebrity MasterChef champion, and creator of the inspiring travel community No Fly Traveller.

In this podcast interview, Liz opens up about:

• Her biggest career highlights - from chart-topping success with Atomic Kitten to winning Celebrity MasterChef
• Why she stopped flying - and how she's travelled flight-free across Europe for over 17 years
• What inspired her to launch No Fly Traveller, an eco-friendly travel community
• Tips for train travel in Europe, including sleeper trains and money-saving hacks
• Advice for nervous flyers and those looking to reduce their environmental impact
• How slowing down travel can actually make holidays more meaningful
• And what she thinks Rich should cook next!

We also chat about anxiety, climate choices, and turning personal challenges into community inspiration.

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For more information on Sleeper Trains, you can follow Patrick, who Liz mentions in this episode: Nights on Tracks

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In this bonus episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, Rich and T.A. revisit their original idea for Bliss Revisited – a fictional girl band reunion story full of drama, nostalgia and festive chaos. What began as a short film years ago is now reimagined as a six-part sitcom packed with pop comebacks, viral fame and a race for Christmas number one.

You'll hear how they'd cast the show today (Jason Manford? Tulisa?), how social media would fuel the comeback, and why one ex-member becomes their biggest rival. Expect heart, humour and hilarity – plus original songs like the uplifting Spread Some Christmas Cheer and the gloriously awful Santa's Sack.

It’s Girls5eva meets Gavin & Stacey – with a little Office-style awkwardness thrown in. If you love fictional bands, festive showdowns and the magic of a great comeback, this one's for you.

Next week, Season 4 begins and we have a very special guest joining us!

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Before Girls5Eva, there was Bliss Revisited – a girl band reunion story penned by Rich & T.A. over a decade ago. In this reposted episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, we revisit the unmade short film, exploring what inspired it and why it never got produced. It's a fun, nostalgic look back at creative ambition, pop culture influences, and how ideas age (or don't). New follow-up episode drops next week!

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In the third episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, Raging Rich and T.A. Shelano discuss their first ever collaborative project: Bliss Revisited. Bliss was a short film we wrote many years ago but never made. Prior to recording we re-read the script for the first time in almost a decade and discuss what made us want to write a film, why we didn't make it and how we'd revamp and revive the concept in the future.

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What secrets would you uncover if your father’s dying words led you to a locked warehouse?

In this gripping and exclusive audiobook-style episode of the Middle-aged Bodcast, co-host T.A. Shelano reads Chapter One of his debut sci-fi thriller The Doctor’s Hidden Patients. It begins with a heart attack in a supermarket car park - and ends with a shocking discovery behind a steel door. When Sarah Leidenstraum follows the trail left by her late father, Dr Robert Leidenstraum, she uncovers a secret so disturbing it could change everything she thought she knew.

Set in 1999, this story weaves together emotional weight, dark humour, and slow-building suspense. If you're into dystopian fiction, family drama, or sci-fi with a conscience, this episode is for you.

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Stay tuned at the end as Rich and T.A. tease what’s coming next - including the Bliss Revisited double bill and the Season 4 premiere of the Middle-aged Bodcast on 27 May!

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We're bringing this one back from Season 1 - originally released in August 2024, where Rich sits down with T.A. Shelano to talk about his debut novel: The Doctor's Hidden Patients.

Stick around, because next week we've got something new: T.A. will be reading Chapter One in a special audio book-style bonus episode.

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It's episode 2 of the Middle-aged Bodcast as Raging Rich interviews co-host T.A. Shelano about his debut thriller novel "The Doctor's Hidden Patients". Find out what inspired T.A. to write the book and the support network he engaged with during the process. You'll also get more information on the weekly weigh-in that will be featured on the podcast each week.

Find out more about The Doctor's Hidden Patients at shelanobooks.co.uk and follow T.A. Shelano on Twitter/X.

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In this episode, we reflect on our experiences at UniPodFest 2025, discussing the importance of networking, the diversity of voices in podcasting, and innovative storytelling techniques. There are insights from various panels, including a keynote by Kelechi Okafor, and exploring the future of podcasting with AI. The conversation emphasizes continuous improvement and the community aspect of podcasting, while also teasing future episodes and plans for the Bodcast Season 4!

UniPodFest website: https://unipodfest.co.uk

Podcasts mentioned in this episode:

• The Lost Archives of James Baldwin
• Flixwatcher
• Mek Sense with Melzy
• Podnews Weekly Review
• Say Your Mind
• Sliding Doors

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In the Season 3 finale of the Middle-aged Bodcast, Raging Rich and T.A. Shelano reflect on a season of small wins, big lessons, and the odd unexpected detour. From weigh-ins and writing struggles to culinary experiments and customer service faff, they wrap things up with humour, honesty, and a glimpse of what’s in store for an ambitious Season 4.

Massive thanks to our Season 3 guests: Tammy Lee, Alan Rose, and Dave - for bringing great chats, good vibes, and loads of insight to the Bodcast.

And of course, a huge thank you to you, our listeners. Whether you've been here since day one or just discovered us, your support means the world.

Roll on Season 4!

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In this episode, The Middle-aged Bodcast hosts a conversation with Dave, who shares his personal journey with prostate cancer. The discussion highlights the importance of awareness, early detection, and the need for regular health check-ups, especially for men over 40. Dave recounts his experience from diagnosis to treatment, emphasising the significance of recognising symptoms and seeking medical advice. He also discusses the support he received during his treatment and his efforts to raise awareness among others. The episode concludes with a strong message encouraging men to prioritise their health and get checked regularly.

If you or someone you know has been affected by prostate cancer, or if you simply want to learn more, visit Prostate Cancer UK for information, support, and resources.

A huge thank you to Dave for sharing his story with us – we really appreciate it!

Please note: This episode is not affiliated with or endorsed by Prostate Cancer UK.

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We're taking a quick breather before The Middle-aged Bodcast returns with brand-new episodes next week!

In the meantime, we're re-releasing our brilliant chat with Saffron Asteria from Season 2. Why now? Because T.A. Shelano was the guest with Saffron on her BOOKED podcast this week, and there's a special bonus episode of BOOKED where both T.A. and Raging Rich chatting all things Bodcast later on this week!

If you missed this one the first time, now’s your chance to catch up – and if you’ve already heard it, why not refresh your memory before our crossover episodes drop? See you next week for more brand-new Bodcast episodes!

Visit indiosyncrasy.com, to find your new favourite author.

You can listen to Saffron's podcast, BOOKED right now on Spotify and YouTube.

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In this episode of the Middle-aged Bodcast, hosts Raging Rich and T.A. Shelano discuss their return to the studio after a period of remote recordings. They share updates on their weight loss journeys, with Rich focusing on cooking as a newfound passion. T.A. provides an update on his 100-day writing challenge and announces that his second book will be part of a trilogy. The conversation also covers a recent clay pigeon shooting experience, an unexpected encounter at the dentist, and a continued discussion on the pros and cons of digital versus physical media.

T.A. might also refer to himself as Batman now! Find out more in the episode

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