As the seasons shift and the nights grow longer, Dr. Nichola Conlon dives into the science of how winter affects our bodies and minds.  

From changes in mood and sleep to skin health and ageing, this episode explores the science behind seasonal shifts and offers practical advice to help you stay well through the colder months. 

And we’ll hear how something as simple as watching a sunset can help us make sure our body clocks are working in top condition. 

Also this week, Dr Nic answers more of your questions and we’ll wrap up some take-home ideas with the weekly “Quick Fix”. 

Send in your questions on email or voice note to [email protected], or drop us a DM on the socials

If you are noticing mood changes, or impacts on your health as the seasons change, do make an appointment with your GP and get some medical advice that’s right for you. 

Producer: Mick Coyle 

Sound Design: James Stodd 

Katherine Ryan is 77 but will her partner Bobby Kootstra fare better in the biological age test? 

This episode is a window into the Ryan/Kootstra marriage - they talk about anything and everything - from his upbringing, to his red meat diet to why he doesn’t believe in the moon-landing.  Plus they have a heated debate on what’s best to feed their children.  

Bobby lost his Dad when he was 10 and Katherine’s worried he’s suppressing this childhood trauma which may reflect in his biological age.  They also discuss the pressure of raising young kids and how he’s planning to cope when they have four.  

Bobby’s background is in professional sports and he still trains hard. Dr Nichola Conlon stresses the importance of recovery time and takes a deeper look at his diet and drinking habits.  

Bobby and Katherine recorded this before the arrival of their new little girl. 

 Senior Video Producer – Elena Cotton

Video Producer– David May

Social Media -  Demi Brockway

Artwork – Ben Watkins 

Video Editor - Mossie Cassidy

Head of Video – Edie Jefferys

Sound Designer - Stewart Grieve

Executive Producer – Henrietta Harrison

Head of Production – Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

In this episode of Dr. Nicola’s Second Opinion, Dr. Nicola reveals if beauty sleep is just a myth, or is there real science behind waking up looking biologically younger? 

Dr. Nichola dives deep into the structured stages of sleep, from light sleep to deep sleep and RE—revealing how each phase plays a critical role in cellular repair, emotional balance, and even reversing signs of aging.  

She'll answer listener questions about hormonal shifts, stress-induced wake-ups, and erratic sleep patterns, all backed by compelling research and practical advice. 

Expect science you can understand, stories you’ll relate to, and quick fixes you can actually try.  

Send in your questions for Dr Nichola using our social media channels or email [email protected]

Producer - Mick Coyle.

Sound Designer - James Stodd.

If you're struggling with sleep, and you can't get on top of your sleep patterns, it is something you can discuss with your GP or a medical professional

Jameela Jamil is in the last year of her thirties but she can’t wait to get older. She prefers how she looks now, loves wrinkles and is looking forward to the invisibility that comes to women as they mature.  

The Good Place actress recently returned to the UK from the US because she missed British culture and feels actresses aren’t allowed to age in the States

She’s looking forward to being 85 and with former relatives getting to their 100th birthday – she may well get there. 

Jameela is well known for saying what she thinks and she’s hoping that inability to hold back might be what keeps her young. Is venting your anger positive? What will the test say?  

Dr Nichola applauds Jameela for not drinking and smoking and actually agrees that holding onto resentment and not expressing how you feel can cause stress, inflammation and a higher biological age.  

If you want to hear more of Jameela you can find her on the podcast Wrong turns

Senior Video Producer – Elena Cotton

Video Producer– David May

Social Media -  Demi Brockway

Artwork – Ben Watkins 

Video Editor - Mossie Cassidy

Head of Video – Edie Jefferys

Sound Designer - Courtney Margerison

Executive Producer – Henrietta Harrison

Head of Production – Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

In this energising episode of Dr. Nichola’s Second Opinion, we explore how movement can be a powerful tool in the fight against ageing.

From mitochondria to memory, Dr. Nicola explains how exercise boosts energy, brain health, and cellular function.

 Listener questions cover everything from midlife weight gain and joint stiffness to gym anxiety and forgetfulness.

Plus, comedian Adam Buxton shares his complicated relationship with sport—and his daughter’s athletic lifestyle.

 And we’ll have some top tips for you to try at home with Dr Nic’s Quick Fix.

 Whether you're a fitness fan or a self-confessed "schlub", this episode will get you thinking differently about how and why you move.

If you've got a question for Dr Nic - ping it over on our social channels or email your voicenotes or questions to [email protected]

Producer - Mick Coyle

Sound Designer - James Stodd

Remember, if you're thinking of taking on a new exercise regime, make sure you get some advice before starting out and find out from an expert what's best for you.

Emma Barnett is 40 years old and at the top of her game.  She’s regularly up at 330 in the morning to broadcast to the nation and to hold powerful people to account.  But will the early starts and work stress have played havoc with her body?  

Emma’s used to asking the questions but in this frank, thought-provoking conversation, Emma talks openly about the impact of 6 rounds of IVF followed by early years parenting, her endometriosis, her more recent diagnosis of adenomyosis, and the lifestyle changes she is trying to alleviate her symptoms. 

She’s not too worried about how she’ll look as she gets older, but she is hoping to feel better as she ages with the long-term goal of retiring in Miami with big hair!

From Kate Bush to Nigel Farage, to Nazanin Zahgari Ratcliffe, Emma has interviewed them all and is one of the youngest presenters ever to reach such heady heights of broadcasting.   But is she really? Listen in to find out!  

Dr Nichola is, of course on hand to talk in more depth about endometriosis and how it affects inflammation.  Plus how and why shift work impacts our biological age.  

Emma talks about anti-semitism in this episode which was recorded in August before the attack at the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester.  

Emma also talked about her book Maternity Service and the range of colouring books she has created with her husband - Colour Your Streets  

https://colouryourstreets.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOorUHbG2nR3Dez5OnzaSo8PHwdMgCp_vO9NTtzdWTvktKeQUQZaH 

Senior Video Producer – Elena Cotton

Video Producer– David May

Social Media -  Demi Brockway

Artwork – Ben Watkins 

Video Editor - Mossie Cassidy

Head of Video – Edie Jefferys

Sound Designer – Phil Atkins

Executive Producer – Henrietta Harrison

Head of Production – Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

In this bonus episode of Dr. Nichola’s Second Opinion, resident scientist Dr. Nic delves into the science of nutrition and aging.

Forget fad diets—this episode explores how everyday foods can literally program your cells, slow down your biological clock, and help you feel fabulous at any age.

Dr. Nichola breaks down:

• Why whole foods are nature’s medicine

• The hidden dangers of ultra-processed snacks

• How sugar accelerates aging through glycation

• The power of protein and the Mediterranean diet

• Listener questions on fasting, skin health, and brain-boosting foods

Plus, hear Alastair Campbell confess his love of a certain chocolate bar and learn why even longevity experts also indulge in chocolate—sometimes.

Tune in for practical tips, myth-busting insights, and Dr. Nic’s Quick Fixes to help you eat smarter and age better.

Send in your questions using our social media channels or email [email protected]

Producer - Mick Coyle

Sound Design - James Stodd

(WARNING: This episode includes discussions of childhood abuse and mentions of suicidal ideation; listener discretion is advised.) 

His passport says he’s 59, but Alan Davies says he feels 264: so, what will Glycanage say? Alan and Katherine’s conversation ranges from the silly to the serious, complete with anecdotes about what could have been with Jennifer Anniston and starting a podcast under a duvet 15 years ago to facing a cancer diagnosis and the life-saving effects of the talking cure.  

Alan and Dr Nichola Conlon bond over the miraculous properties of olive oil and Katherine urges Alan to treat himself to as many sun dried tomatoes as he pleases. Will Alan’s ‘Oreos don’t grow on trees’ attitude have lowered his biological age? Listen to find out.  

If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs apply. 

And if you’ve been affected by any of the topics raised in this episode, there is more information and support at the website mentioned: https://www.1in5.info/  

Senior Video Producer – Elena Cotton

Video Producer– David May

Social Media -  Demi Brockway

Artwork – Ben Watkins 

Video Editor - Mossie Cassidy

Head of Video – Edie Jefferys

Sound Designer – Phil Atkins

Executive Producer – Henrietta Harrison

Producer - Elly Lazarides

Head of Production – Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

Our resident scientist Dr Nichola Conlon is here for a bonus episode that’s talking all things STRESS. 

When she’s on the What’s My Age Again sofa, Dr Nic explains the science behind our celebrity’s results.  

But she’s only just getting started: On Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion she’s answering your questions and taking a deep-dive into the facts and stats about growing old – and what you can do about it. 

This week, Dr Nichola will tell you how stress can cause physical ageing by directly impacting your cells. 

Plus she’ll let you know how you can avoid its worst effects, and she’ll give you some handy hints you can try yourself, with Dr Nic’s Quick Fix: Stress Edition. 

You can drop us questions on the What’s My Age Again socials  or email your questions and voice notes to [email protected] 

If stress is impacting your life and you want to speak to someone, your GP is a good place to start, or find local mental health support services anywhere in the UK using the Hub of Hope

‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs apply

Producer - Mick Coyle

Sound Design - James Stodd

We kick off Season 2 of What’s My Age Again?’ with the fabulous GK Barry aka Grace Keeling.  

Grace is 26, but she says she feels 65 and wants to check out at 35!  But how old is her body? 

She made her name on Tik Tok but has recently broken into mainstream TV and says she does feel the stress of constantly being in the public eye.  She’s not worried about how she looks as she gets older, but admits she’s anxious about ill health that may come with old age.  

In this fun, frank and open conversation, Katherine also delves into her family life and we find out about Grace’s idyllic early childhood in the Caribbean, her brother, her mum and her biological Dad and what’s putting her off having kids with her partner Ella Rutherford.  

Dr Nichola Conlon advises Grace on how to deal with her anxiety as her career accelerates, whether kissing her dogs is good for her microbiome and recommends alcohol alternatives to Buzz Ballz. 

Grace recorded this before her 26th birthday  

‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs apply

Senior Video Producer – Elena Cotton

Video Producer– David May

Social Media -  Demi Brockway

Artwork – Ben Watkins 

Video Editor - Mossie Cassidy

Head of Video – Edie Jefferys

Sound Designer – James Stodd

Executive Producer – Henrietta Harrison

Head of Production – Cat Moran

Chief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave