The Life of Bryony – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Charlotte Ord to talk about the simple but powerful routines that keep her well, drawing from her experience as both psychologist and patient. We get into why habits like breathwork, movement, and time outdoors matter so much to her recovery and resilience. Charlotte shares honestly about learning to care for herself in new ways, and how those choices now shape her work with others. If you’re looking for practical ideas to feel stronger in mind and body, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here.

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If the content around eating disorders resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:

BEAT: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

First Steps ED: https://firststepsed.co.uk/

BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Charlotte Ord’s book, Body Confident You, Body Confident Kid, isavailable to buy now.

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CREDITS:

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Dr. Charlotte Ord

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Charlotte Ord – she’s an expert on body image and, honestly, exactly who you want to hear from if all this talk about weight loss and GLP-1 injections is making your head spin. We get into why it feels like progress in body acceptance has stalled, how the latest weight loss trends can really mess with your mental health, and most importantly, what you can actually do about it. Charlotte shares genuinely practical advice – from how to manage your social feeds to setting boundaries and staying rooted in self-compassion. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just plain fed up with the pressure to change your body, I promise you’ll come away from this conversation with real, doable ways to feel better and more at home in your own skin. Give it a listen – you’re not alone in this.

LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS

If the content around eating disorders resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:

BEAT: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

First Steps ED: https://firststepsed.co.uk/

BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

Dr. Charlotte Ord’s book, Body Confident You, Body Confident Kid, isavailable to buy now.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 – just start your message with LOB.

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CREDITS:

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Dr. Charlotte Ord

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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In this special live episode, I’m joined by Gareth Thomas - legendary rugby player, advocate, and trailblazer in the fight to break HIV stigma. Gareth shares his powerful journey from the rugby pitch to public speaking: finding acceptance, resilience, and purpose after a lifetime of feeling he couldn’t truly exist as himself. We talk about how community can create spaces for openness, the impact of stigma on mental health, and why sitting around a real campfire leads to the kind of honest conversations we all need. Gareth also opens up about the profound shift from wanting to disappear to embracing life fully - and how he’s using his experience to empower others. If you’re interested in stories of strength, vulnerability, and the quest for belonging, this episode will move and inspire you.

LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS

If the content around HIV stigma resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:

Tackle HIV: ⁠https://tacklehiv.org/

The Terence Higgins Trust: https://www.tht.org.uk/

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Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Gareth Thomas

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

 Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

Special Thanks: Newsworks

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In this episode, bestselling author and journalist Sarah Vaughan, is back toanswer some listener dilemmas. Here Sarah gets candid about writing fiction inspired by personal experience, especially when it involves the darker and more challenging moments of life.

We discuss the fear so many feel when telling their own story – whether it’s in fiction or memoir – and why sharing these truths can be both liberating and daunting.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, guilt, or the fear of how othersmight judge your truth, Sarah’s insight and encouragement will make you feel empowered – and remind you that your story matters.

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If the content around maternal mental health and perinatal OCD resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:

Maternal OCD: https://maternalocd.org/

Maternal Mental Health Alliance:https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/

BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

📚 Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan

Sarah’s novel referenced in our conversation is Little Disasters: a gripping novel exploring motherhood, judgment, and the silent struggles many women face. It’s available in all good book shops, and the screen adaptation is currently on Paramount+.

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Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Sarah Vaughan

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig & Jonathan O’Sullivan

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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TRIGGER WARNING: Please be aware, this episode contains references to sensitive content around maternal mental health.

This week, I’m joined by Sarah Vaughan – acclaimed author and journalist – for an honest conversation about maternal mental health and parenting. Sarah opens up about her own experience with maternal OCD, shining a light on a subject that is so often misunderstood and left unspoken.

We talk about the importance of sharing these stories, how being honest can help break down long-held stigmas, and the power of knowing you are not alone. Sarah shares her perspective on motherhood, the realities of navigating parenting alongside intrusive thoughts, and why talking openly can help others feel seen and supported.

If you’ve ever felt isolated in your worries as a parent, or curious to understand more about maternal OCD, Sarah’s honestly and gentle wisdom will leave you feeling heard, supported, and far less alone.

LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS

If the content around maternal mental health and perinatal OCD resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:

Maternal OCD: https://maternalocd.org/

Maternal Mental Health Alliance:https://maternalmentalhealthalliance.org/

BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE

📚 Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan

Sarah’s novel referenced in our conversation is Little Disasters: a gripping novel exploring motherhood, judgment, and the silent struggles many women face. It’s available in all good book shops, and the screen adaptation is available to stream on Paramount+.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

🗣️ Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.

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If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might find Sarah’s insights helpful – it really makes a difference!

Bryony xx

Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Sarah Vaughan

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig & Jonathan O'Sullivan

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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In this episode of The Life of Bryony, comedian and author Cally Beaton tackles real-life listener dilemmas. Drawing on her own journey of midlife reinvention, Cally explores why people pleasing holds many of us back and why setting boundaries – especially as women – can feel radical. Cally shares her insight into the messy realities of change, ignoring naysayers, and the freedom that comes from putting yourself first. If you want to quieten the inner critic, embrace self-acceptance and have the confidence to be unapologetically yourself, this episode is for you.

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Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Cally Beaton

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig & Jonathan O’Sullivan

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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In this episode of The Life of Bryony, comedian and author Cally Beaton breaks down the taboos and stereotypes around midlife, menopause, and the supposed “invisibility” of women as they age. Drawing from her book, Namaste Motherf**kers, Cally shares personal stories and scientific insights, challenging what society – and the animal kingdom – really tell us about women and aging, and why life after 40 is just the beginning.

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Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Cally Beaton

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig & Jonathan O’Sullivan

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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Why does rest feel so radical for women? In this episode, Bryony poses listeners’ questions to Nicola Jane Hobbs, looking at the hidden pressures women face to "do it all," especially during demanding periods like school holidays.

Nicola shares practical advice on asking for help, having candid conversations with partners about the mental load, and why letting go of perfectionism can feel both scary and liberating. They unpack the link between self-worth and productivity, offer actionable tips for managing guilt around relaxation, and highlight how compassionate self-talk and community support can help women reclaim rest – and joy – in their daily lives.

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Credits:  Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Nicola Jane Hobbs

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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Why do so many women find it nearly impossible to truly relax? In this candid episode, Bryony sits down with psychologist and author Nicola Jane Hobbs, whose viral writing on burnout and rest has struck a chord across social media.

Together, they unpack why women often feel they must “earn” rest, how societal and internalised pressures fuel chronic stress, and why relaxation can feel threatening or out of reach.

With practical, science-backed tools – from micro-moments of respite to reframing self-worth – Nicola shows women how to reclaim relaxation in their daily lives, even amidst relentless to-do lists and summer holiday chaos.

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Credits:  Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Nicola Jane Hobbs    

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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Ever come out in the middle of a conga line? Singer and writer Kavana joins Bryony Gordon to answer listener questions about embracing who you are – whether you’re telling your cat or the world.

From childhood obsessions with The Wizard of Oz to tips for setting boundaries, they chat about shame, social media anxieties, and why no one’s paying as much attention as you think. If you’ve ever worried about oversharing, feeling “loud and proud,” or just want some reassurance, tune in for laughs and wisdom – plus a reminder that you’re perfectly fine just as you are.

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Credits: 

Host: Bryony Gordon

Guest: Kavana

Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig

Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun

Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm

Editor: Luke Shelley

Exec Producer: Mike Wooller 

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