Synopsis
A health, wellness and beauty podcast aimed at women and hosted by journalist and broadcaster Emma Gunavardhana. Each week Emma sits down with expert guests for a conversation about the topics we all want to know more about...
Episodes
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Feel Good Habits | Really Ree
05/04/2020 Duration: 28minReally Ree (@reallyree) joins me to share the strategies and techniques she uses to stay motivated and positive when life throws you a curve ball, things aren't going your way or you're just not seeing any progress. Find Really Ree at www.reallyree.com and Whine with Ree on her Youtube. To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Shelby Harris | Top tips for Managing Sleep in a Time of Crisis.
04/04/2020 Duration: 52minDr Shelby Harris (@sleepdocshelby) returns to the podcast for a special episode about managing sleep in a time of crisis. This episode is going live at a time when many people are self-isolating and social distancing, are likely working from home and also may be home-schooling children. It's a time of huge change, uncertainty and disruption. Routine is crucial to sleep and a sudden change in routine, as we are experiencing now, can impact hugely on our ability to sleep, our quality of sleep and our quantity of sleep.
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Feel Good Habits | Lisa Potter-Dixon
31/03/2020 Duration: 27minIn a new series I'm exploring the strategies, techniques and habits that my guests use to lift themselves when they feel down, motivate them when they feel defeated and help them bounce back when they feel knocked down. My first guest is makeup artist, presenter and best-selling author Lisa Potter-Dixon, one of the most positive and upbeat people I know, who shares her tips for getting on with it, keeping a smile on your face and making the best of a bad situation.Join in with her #tutorialls on her instagram @lisapotterdixon and subscribe to her blog on Lisa Potter-Dixon | An Honest Beauty, Makeup & Lifestyle Blog.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Julia Samuel MBE | This Too Shall Pass
29/03/2020 Duration: 01h06minMy guest in this episode of the podcast is psychotherapist and author Julia Samuel MBE. Her latest book, This Too Shall Pass, ponders the question that if change is the natural order of things, then why do so many of us struggle?To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bullet Points | Updates and a preview.
25/03/2020 Duration: 10minTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ask Me Anything | Your Questions Answered
22/03/2020 Duration: 01h05minIn this episode I answer YOUR questions from the Facebook Group for the show.With everything from choosing not to have children, how to find contentment, how to manage female friendships and more...To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bullet Points | How to be productive while working from home.
18/03/2020 Duration: 18minIf you're self-isolating or social distancing then the chances are your days look very different, especially if you're working from home. I went freelance eight years ago and have worked from home ever since and, trust me, I've wasted days and been incredibly unproductive at times because I didn't have any structure in place.In this episode I share my top tips for making the transition to working from home with as little 'turbulence' as possible that'll keep your productivity high and your mental health sound.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Caroline Neville: Executives, Boardrooms and Ambition.
16/03/2020 Duration: 01h11minCaroline Neville is the President of Cosmetic Executive Women, CEW, (@cew_uk/@cew_uk) the organisation dubbed the beauty world's networking club. CEW celebrates 25 years this year and what started as a small club of women who held executive positions in the beauty industry is now an organisation with over 1200 members and enables companies and individuals to build their brand. CEW members include makeup artists, journalists, brand owners and editors and in 2014 men in the industry were also invited to join. If you're a beauty fan you'll likely be aware of the CEW Awards, regarded as the Oscars of the beauty world, and how the coveted CEW Award winner seal can propel a product to 'icon' status overnight. As well as the CEW Beauty Awards there are also the CEW's Achiever Awards that recognise talent within the industry. Previous winners include designer Mary Quant, Dame Vivienne Westwood, Carolina Herrera, Dame Anita Roddick and Terry de Gunzburg. CEW has also had stars including Joan Collins OBE, Isabella
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Brandon Truaxe: Disruptor, Bad Boy, Collaborator.
16/03/2020 Duration: 01h21minIn this episode I'm joined by Brandon Truaxe the Founder of Deciem: The Abnormal Beauty Company. With brands such as The Ordinary, Hylamide and Niod under their umbrella Deciem has been described as a 'disruptor' and in this show I talk to Brandon about how his approach to the beauty industry was born and why he thinks it has been such a successful one. We also discuss mixing business with friendships, how bloggers have been key to companies like Deciem flourishing and what else is on the horizon. I quiz Brandon about the recent investment from Estee Lauder Companies and the implications that may have on the business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mandy Saligari | How to know if your relationship with food is unhealthy.
15/03/2020 Duration: 01h10minMandy Saligari is an addiction, parenting and relationship expert who returns to the podcast to talk about food addiction.Follow Mandy on social media | @MandySaligari on Twitter, Mandy Saligari on Facebook, @mandysaligari on instagram.Overeaters Anonymous.The Samaritans.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bonus Show | Coronavirus - where to get your info.
13/03/2020 Duration: 09minIn this episode I share the links to resources I think you may find useful in understanding the current situation, as it stands, with the Coronavirus.Joe Rogan speaks to Michael Osterholm, an expert in infectious disease epidemiology and author of Deadliest Enemy: Our War against Killer Germs.
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Bullet Points | Geoff Thompson and Dr Andrew Weil.
11/03/2020 Duration: 10minIn this episode I share listener feedback from Geoff Thompson's appearance on the show and share some additional content from my conversation with Dr Andrew Weil on his recent visit to London. Dr Weil Mega-Mushroom range with Origins.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Geoff Thompson | How to Re-write Your Reality.
08/03/2020 Duration: 02h51minTrigger warning: this episode includes references to sexual abuse, sexual assault and suicide.Geoff Thompson is an author, award-winning screenwriter, teacher and martial arts instructor who joins me on the show to tell the story of how he 'rewrote' his reality - leaving behind a life of violence and fear and embracing forgiveness and vulnerability.Geoff Thompson's author page on Amazon | Geoff Thompson.Beginners' Guide to Darkness: This book will help you find the light.Watch Geoff's Tedx Talk here | Tedx Conquering Fear.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Beauty Special | Understanding Retinol with Kristen Robinson from MURAD Skincare.
04/03/2020 Duration: 46minThis episode is brought to you in collaboration with Murad Skincare.In this episode I’m joined by Murad Skincare’s Senior Director of New Product Development, Kristen Robinson, who takes me back to retinol school, explains exactly how it works and what it does for skin as well as sharing her own skincare journey.For more details about the Murad Retinol Youth Renewal range click here - Retinol Youth Renewal Range.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ciona Johnson-King | Getting into beauty...
01/03/2020 Duration: 01h14minCiona Johnson-King is a celebrity makeup artist who joins me to talk about her career journey, how to live a calm life and what it's like working with you heroes.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Beauty Special | The Vitamin D Episode with St Tropez.
26/02/2020 Duration: 34minThis episode is brought to you in collaboration with St.Tropez.Joining me in this episode is St.Tropez’s Director of Technology and Innovation, Dr. Paul Evans, and Skincare and Tanning Expert Michaella Bolder as they take me on a deep dive into Vitamin D, its uses and benefits in skincare. To find out more about St.Tropez’s Self Tan Purity Vitamins range click here https://bit.ly/37ETuFTTo join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Andrew Weil | Top tips for living a healthy life.
23/02/2020 Duration: 01h01minDr Andrew Weil is a physician and world-renowned leader in the world of integrative medicine.He joins me to talk about the future of medicine, why the placebo effect is so interesting, the power of breath and more.Dr Weil's website www.drweil.com
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Getting the right help for your mental health.
19/02/2020 Duration: 14minIf you're struggling with your mental health and you feel alone or unheard then I encourage you to speak to a mental health or healthcare professional as soon as you can. You aren't alone, there are resources available to you and choosing to use them is not a sign of failure. On the contrary, it is a sign of strength and courage.Speak to you doctor or healthcare professional to ask for resources available to you.You can call The Samaritans in the UK on 116 123 and The Samaritans in the US on 1-800-273-TALK.Online therapy, with a licensed therapist, is available at:TalkSpace.BetterHelp.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Rahul Jandial | Life lessons from a brain surgeon.
16/02/2020 Duration: 56minDr Rahul Jandial is a neuro-surgeon and scientist who joins me to talk about improving our quality of life, quality of sleep, overall health and longevity.Dr Rahul Jandial | Life Lessons from a Brain Surgeon.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What to do if you have stage fright.
12/02/2020 Duration: 05minCaroline Goyder is a vocal coach and author who shares her tips for dealing with stage fright and nerves.Caroline's book How to Speak with Confidence in Any Situation is available now.To join the closed Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.