MAN ALIVE with Dr Jeff Foster | Men's Health Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to the podcast that gets under the skin of men’s health.

Join acclaimed men's health and hormone specialist Dr Jeff Foster as he explores the medical truths behind the modern male experience in Man Alive - a podcast that blends clinical insight, candid conversations, and a good dose of humour.

Each episode features a remarkable guest, from high-performance athletes and actors like Tom Hopper and Russell Kane, to globally renowned experts like Anand Patel and Alex Beevis. Together, they discuss life, work, and wellbeing before Dr Jeff takes a unique deep dive into the guest’s personal blood test results, using them as a launchpad to unpack lifestyle, hormones, and the latest evidence-backed ways to feel and function better.

Insightful, relatable, and radically honest. Man Alive is your front-row seat to the future of men’s health.

Charlie Higson is an English actor, comedian, and author. He is known best for writing, producing, and starring in The Fast Show alongside Paul Whitehouse, as well as writing The Young Bond series which has sold over a million copies. His new book (Willie Willie Harry Stee) sends us through 1000 years of British history.

Charlie joined leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the Man Alive studio and we revealed his blood test results live on the show to him. Staying healthy in the creative industries can be incredibly difficult. Writers are sedentary, touring encourages poor diet and sleep habits, filming is exhausting and intense. So what are the secrets to being both creative and healthy?

In this episode, we learn the wild story of how Charlie cured his Crohn’s Disease, the suspected medical issues of Charlie’s Fast Show characters, the intensity of filming a television series, Charlie’s reflections on ageing, how Charlie has adapted touring to fit with ageing, Charlie’s relationship with diet and alcohol, and much more…

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Jason Fox is a British television personality (SAS: Who Dares Wins, Inside the Real Narcos), adventurer and a former Royal Marine Commando and UK Special Forces soldier.

Jason joined leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the Man Alive studio and we revealed his blood test results live on the show to him. Many see Jason as the epitome of male toughness, but with mental health concerns being on the rise especially for middle-aged men, what does toughness actually mean in today’s society?

In this episode, we learn the true meaning of toughness, why mindset could be more important than physical strength, Jason’s surprising blood test results, the shortfalls of food in the military, how Jason endured and overcame his mental health issues, the story behind SAS: Who Dares Wins, and much more…

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Men's Health Article: https://www.menshealth.com/uk/health/a69284196/jason-fox-low-testosterone/

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Alex Beevis is a best-selling author (Realistic & Sustainable: A Guide To Permanent Weight Loss) and specialist fat loss expert for men over 40 years old.

Alex joined leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the Man Alive studio to destroy the myths that hold men over 40 back from being the fittest they ever have been. Often middle-aged men think that they have to commit to an intensive bootcamp or an unrealistic diet to make significant health changes, but what if there were realistic and sustainable things men could do that would have lasting impact on their health and wellbeing?

In this episode, we learn how men over 40 can train for overall health, Alex’s emotional moment when he realised he needed to change, the thing men can start doing today to begin the process of focusing on their health more, what men need to focus on to avoid frailty down the line, Alex’s opinion of Bryan Johnson’s longevity efforts, and much more…

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Timestamps:

00:00 MAN ALIVE Minute

01:38 Misconceptions of Health Over 40

05:05 The First Step to Take Control of Your Health

08:00 Alex’s Oldest Clients

09:51 Thoughts on Bryan Johnson & Longevity

14:05 Top Three Ways to Reduce Belly Fat

17:11 How Important Are Running & Walking?

21:33 Being Safe While Training Over 40

23:43 Differences Between Training At 40 vs 20

26:05 Underrated Exercises for Men Over 40

28:16 Most Effective Warmups

31:32 Impact of Low Testosterone on Training

35:17 Men’s Biggest Obstacle to Getting Fitter

38:20 The Moment Men Think More About Health

43:14 Is It Ever Too Late to Take Control of Your Health?

44:40 Alex’s One Message to Men Over 40

46:14 Where to Find Alex

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Guest Links: https://alexbeevis.com

https://www.instagram.com/alex.beevis/

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Tom Hopper is an English actor known for his roles as Percival in Merlin, Billy Bones in Black Sails, Dickon Tarly in Game of Thrones, Luther Hargreeves in The Umbrella Academy, and most recently as Raife in The Terminal List: Dark Wolf.

Tom turned 40 this year, and yet still manages to train for and play physically-demanding roles in major shows and movies. Tom joined leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to dissect his blood test results and to tackle the question: what does it really take to maintain a Hollywood physique in 2025? 

In this episode, we learn how Tom has taken to fatherhood, how he balances family life with acting life, what Tom eats in a normal day, how he trains on location and at home, why his blood results were off the scale, what all men can take away from Tom’s training regimes, how Tom trains differently for various acting roles, how Tom went from eating 12 Krispy Kreme doughnuts to living a clean and healthy lifestyle, and much more…

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Dr. Anand Patel is a GMC-registered GP and one of the UK's leading experts in men's health, specialising in sexual function, testosterone deficiency, and male fertility.Studies are showing that men are dissatisfied with their penis size and commonly experiencing a wide array of sexual health issues, but they won’t talk about them. Dr Anand Patel joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to break this all down.In this episode, we learn the average penis size, why men are so worried about size, the impact of pornography on men’s perceptions of sex, how common premature ejaculation is and how to fix it, the link between depression and male sexual dysfunction, methods for improving erectile dysfunction and why it occurs, whether or not there is a fertility crisis, how to reduce the risk of prostate cancer, how often you should be having sex as you age, and much more…-

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Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, actor, author, and scriptwriter Russell Kane is a regular on Channel 4, BBC, and ITV and is currently on tour with his show ‘Hyperactive.’

In order to maintain his physically demanding brand of stand-up comedy, Russell Kane tracks his health metrics while on-stage and is perhaps the most health-conscious comedian around. Naturally, we couldn’t wait for him to join leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to do a blood test.

In this episode, we learn about Russell’s journey into stand-up comedy, his diet and exercise routine on tour, his testosterone and cholesterol levels, why Russell started a supplement brand, Russell’s non-negotiables for wellness, and much more…

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Ian Marber is one of the UK’s most experienced and respected nutrition therapists, a best-selling author, award-winning health writer, and nutrition consultant, as well as the founder of The Food Doctor and a leading voice in functional nutrition, supplements, and evidence-based health.

With the rapid rise of weight-loss medications in the UK, including GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy, many people are questioning the effects of rapid fat loss, muscle loss, metabolism, supplements, and long-term health. What does one of the UK’s most trusted nutrition experts really think about weight-loss injections—and how can users stay healthy while losing significant body mass? Ian Marber joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to break it all down.

In this episode, we cover how to check if your supplements are safe and effective, the best blueprint for a balanced meal, Ian Marber’s expert opinion on weight-loss medication, how the nutrition industry has changed over the last 30 years, and practical advice on diet, health, weight loss, performance, and longevity.

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When kids were asked what it feels like to be 40, they said aching joints, wrinkles, low energy, and being past your prime. But what if your 40s could be the strongest, healthiest years of your life?

Ex-British Army soldier and champion bodybuilder Jay Alderton helps men over 40 build strength, discipline, and confidence through performance coaching, simple training routines, and sustainable lifestyle habits. Jay joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to break down whether men can truly thrive after 40 and exactly how to do it.

In this episode, we cover quick, effective workouts for busy men, Jay's feelings about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for men with low energy or motivation, how men over 40 can rebuild discipline, purpose, and mental resilience, the simple habits that make the biggest difference to long-term health, performance, and wellbeing, debunking common fitness myths, practical health tips, and much more..

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Topics Covered:

MAN ALIVE Minute

What Kids Think Being 40 is Like

Building Discipline Over 40

Finding a Purpose for Men

Jay’s Blood Test Results

Jay’s Opinion of TRT

Why Jay Has Given Up Alcohol

Why Are Men In Their 40s Committing Suicide?

Can Men Change After 40?

Simple 20-Minute Routine for Men

One Thing Men Should Take Away

Where to Find Jay

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The doctor’s orders are in, and they’re for men to take a targeted, proactive approach to improving heart health, cardiovascular fitness, and long-term longevity in the new year. With heart disease remaining the leading cause of death in men in the UK, focusing on prevention has never been more important. NHS & private GP specialising in men’s health, Dr Jeff Foster, shares 7 science-backed New Year’s resolutions that can significantly improve cardiovascular health, blood pressure, cholesterol, metabolic health, and overall heart function. Dr Foster breaks down the medical science in clear, practical terms so men can understand why improving heart health is critical, how lifestyle choices impact heart disease risk, and what steps men in the United Kingdom should prioritise in 2026 and beyond to protect their hearts and live longer, healthier lives.-Timestamps:00:00 Cardiovascular Disease in the UK01:27 The Biggest Killer in Men02:18 What is Cardiovascular Disease?05:24 Causes of Heart Disease08:55 Quit Smoking & Vaping09:34 Reduce Body Weight10:42 Reduce Your Blood Pressure12:57 Reduce Your Cholesterol16:16 Increase Your Exercise18:26 Improve Your Sleep Quality19:14 How To Recognise an Emergency21:35 Are Young Men Having More Heart Attacks?-

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