Explore every episode of the podcast The Positive Future For Health Podcast
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| Astrology for Self Awareness & Healing with L Morgan | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:59:43 | |
Who is L Morgan? L. Morgan is a professional astrologer, spiritual teacher, and founder of Queen of Words Astrology. Her passion for astrology stems from a profound interest in self-awareness and holistic well-being. By analyzing the positions of the planets and their relationships to one another in birth charts, L. helps her clients achieve deeper levels of self-understanding, and she guides them in the application of that knowledge so that they can lead more purposeful and authentic lives. In addition to one-to-one astrological readings, L. teaches workshops and offers private lessons in astrology. Before she was a full-time astrologer, L. was a university professor in America specializing in linguistics, literature, and education. L talks about:In this talk, L. will provide an overview of astrology, including the roles of the planets, signs, and houses in a birth chart. She will discuss how planetary positions and the relationships they have to one another can provide crucial insights into our physical and mental health, personalities, behavioral patterns, and relationships. Astrology overview – What it is and how it works The Luminaries and the Ascendant The personal, interpersonal, and outer planets Planetary relationships and their houses Contact LEmail iamqueenofwords@gmail.com Website queenofwords.co.uk Social media https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576404440131 Courses or programs: Information about courses and workshops are available on the website. Free resources: Astro Cheat Sheet; Astrodienst; Astro-Seek.com Booking links: Email iamqueenofwords@gmail.com or text 07538863414 to book a reading, sign up for a class, or for more information about astrology. *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Pee Gee joins Althea on Food For Thought RADIO | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:55:55 | |
On this week's LIVE call-in show - The sound is a bit iffy but gets better and we get into a meaty subject - With special Guest Pee Gee, numerologist:We talk about:Numerology and what it can say about you. Number tattoos! GMTV, radio World Service. What can you see in your numbers. Contact Pee Gee Email numberwoman5@gmail.com Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@numberwoman5523 https://www.tiktok.com/@numberwoman5?lang=en https://www.instagram.com/numberwoman5?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D https://www.facebook.com/Numberwoman5 🎙️ Join Althea LIVE on Food For Thought RadioAlthea at The PainFree Method - LIVE every Monday at 1pm GMT Join me live on Food For Thought Radio where we talk about all things healing, how YOU can heal, The PainFree Method™, live guidance, special guests and whatever comes up in the conversation! 👉 JOIN THE LIVE SHOW HERE: https://www.fftradio.com/djs/althea-finch Click ‘CLICK HERE’ on the page and come straight into my StreamYard Studio to join the conversation. 📻 Listen to the recordingsEvery Monday & Thursday, 6-7pm on Food For Thought Radio. 📕 My new book - PAINFREEPainFree: Heal the Story Your Body Has Been Holding What if your pain isn't just a problem to get rid of, but a message that wants to be heard? My new book takes you through The PainFree Method™ - the full method to help you go from pain and symptoms towards being pain free by tuning into you. 👉 Get PAINFREE on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HHBRHVDZ 💗 About Althea Finch & The PainFree Method™I'm Althea Finch, creator of The PainFree Method™, a natural approach to healing developed from over 35 years of experience as a natural therapist. Pain is a message that wants to be heard. The PainFree Method™ is about learning to connect with what your body is telling you, addressing the root cause and helping your body move from pain and symptoms towards being pain free. 👉 Find out more about The PainFree Method™: Althea's On The Radio! Weekly Shows Food For Thought Radio was founded by Mark The Bowler Hat Farmer and is managed and produced by Paul English. | |||
| Perimenopause Journey With Juliana Werner | 01 Oct 2026 | 01:07:20 | |
– You Might Already Be Going Through It Without Knowing Who is Juliana Werner?Juliana Werner is a holistic therapist and bodywork practitioner, founder of Journey Back to the Self, and Renata França therapist at 50 Hill Rise in Richmond. In this episode, she shares her personal journey with perimenopause. At age 40, she finally received the confirmation she needed: irregular cycles had become the new normal. Her rollercoaster journey had begun four years earlier, yet all along she kept hearing, “You’re too young for perimenopause — it must be something else.” Juliana Werner talks about:In this podcast, we’ll explore: What menopause and perimenopause are, the differences between them, and how they’re connected. Factors that influence when women typically enter perimenopause—a stage that can last 7–10 years before the final menstrual cycle. Symptoms you might already be experiencing without realising they’re linked to perimenopause. Why health systems often fall short in understanding and supporting women during this stage. Simple practices to support your hormones and, in particular, your lymphatic system through perimenopause — including the Renata França method, the renowned and most effective lymphatic drainage massage technique available today. A Gift for You As a thank you for your support, Juliana is offering a personalised lymphatic support plan when you book a body lymphatic drainage session at 50 Hill Rise in Richmond, UK. The plan includes guided videos with exercises and practices to incorporate into your routine, plus a mini guide on how to build your unique pillars of health. Perimenopause Recommendations Juliana also shares carefully selected resources to support you through perimenopause, including: •Books specifically on perimenopause, hormone health, and midlife transitions •Podcasts that address perimenopause experiences, symptoms, and practical solutions •Instagram accounts that offer tips, community, and education for perimenopausal women •Organisations and societies focused on menopause and perimenopause support •Exercises designed to support hormonal balance, lymphatic health, and overall wellbeing •Supplements and natural approaches tailored to easing perimenopause symptoms Contact JulianaEmail: journeybacktotheself@gmail.com Website: https://www.julianawernermassagetherapy.com *Join the next live podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| My very first LIVE radio show on Food For Thought Radio | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:51:51 | |
Total balls-up on the first show!!! ...but we do get into a good chat!! Special Guests included:
Rachel and Sas also run People Speak Out, where you can share your views in a safe space and be heard. Sign up here: http://rachelelnaugh.com/sign-up
Sue is the author of books covering dyslexia, dyscalculia and dementia, as well as The Decision Tower, for clarity in decision-making. We talk about:The Autumn Equinox and what that might mean for you. Amazing healings! Rachel's Covid rants from 2020!!! The LOVE Party, personal independence and co-creating an alternative society. Laura Eisenhower in Boyle, Ireland and Mark Attwood. The truth about healing. Divine Healing And Honey - Hailey McKane is coming on The Positive Future For Health Podcast on 3 December 2026. Book a place to join the conversation a week beforehand and see all upcoming podcasts here: https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast Amputating toes or healing? Sas shares her experience of her toe completely regenerating. Words are vibration and can have a huge effect on the body - plus Sas's new show. 🎙️ Join Althea LIVE on Food For Thought RadioAlthea at The PainFree Method - LIVE every Monday at 1pm GMT Join me live on Food For Thought Radio where we talk about all things healing, how YOU can heal, The PainFree Method™, live guidance, special guests and whatever comes up in the conversation! 👉 JOIN THE LIVE SHOW HERE: https://www.fftradio.com/djs/althea-finch Click ‘CLICK HERE’ on the page and come straight into my StreamYard Studio to join the conversation. 📻 Listen to the recordingsEvery Monday & Thursday, 6-7pm on Food For Thought Radio. 📕 My new book - PAINFREEPainFree: Heal the Story Your Body Has Been Holding What if your pain isn't just a problem to get rid of, but a message that wants to be heard? My new book takes you through The PainFree Method™ - the full method to help you go from pain and symptoms towards being pain free by tuning into you. 👉 Get PAINFREE on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HHBRHVDZ 💗 About Althea Finch & The PainFree Method™I'm Althea Finch, creator of The PainFree Method™, a natural approach to healing developed from over 35 years of experience as a natural therapist. Pain is a message that wants to be heard. The PainFree Method™ is about learning to connect with what your body is telling you, addressing the root cause and helping your body move from pain and symptoms towards being pain free. 👉 Find out more about The PainFree Method™: Althea's On The Radio! Weekly Shows Food For Thought Radio was founded by Mark The Bowler Hat Farmer and is managed and produced by Paul English. | |||
| Ian Jarvis on 5G | 28 Sep 2026 | 00:59:23 | |
Who is Ian Jarvis? Ian Jarvis brings together a degree in Computing Science, more than 30 years’ experience in IT and 25 years in body therapy. Since 2011, he has also spent several months each year volunteering in Bhopal, India, working with survivors of the 1984 chemical disaster and children born since. For more than a decade, Ian has researched and spoken publicly about radio-frequency radiation (RFR), electromagnetic fields (EMF), wireless technology and the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure. His talks aim to make complex subjects understandable without relying heavily on technical jargon, and he has spoken at meetings, conferences and interviews around the UK. Ian talks aboutThe Social Impact of Technology • Artificial Intelligence • Surveillance • Town Planning & Telecoms • EMF & Radio-Frequency Radiation • 5G & Communications Infrastructure • Personal and Community Awareness
Contact Ian Website https://ianjarvis.co.uk *Join the next live podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| LIBRA: How It Affects Every Star Sign - FREE Astrology Course with Sue Carberry | 24 Sep 2026 | 00:59:11 | |
ASTROLOGY CENTRAL with Sue Carberry, hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method. This is a FREE Astrology Course with monthly live Zoom classes with WhatsApp support. For complete beginners, refreshers and anyone who wants to understand their birth chart more deeply. SERIES 2: The 12 Signs & Houses In Depth ⭐ Lesson 7: LIBRA - and how Libra affects every star sign In this lesson, Sue explores Libra in depth - not just for people born under Libra, but where Libra appears in your own birth chart and what it means for you. *Join the next FREE class Book your place What is Astrology Central?Astrology Central is a FREE ongoing monthly course taught LIVE on Zoom, with a private WhatsApp group where Sue continues to guide you, answer questions and help you understand your chart between classes. You don't need any previous astrology experience. And don't worry if you've missed earlier lessons - just jump in. Sue will help you learn from wherever you are. SERIES 2 - The 12 Signs & HousesThroughout this series, Sue takes us through all 12 zodiac signs and houses in depth, helping you discover:
Who is Sue Carberry? Sue Carberry has 44 years' experience in astrology and New Age practices. She discovered astrology at just 16 while living in Australia, where she was mentored by 80-year-old astrologer Gordon Ballard. That experience began a lifelong passion for astrology, alongside crystals, chakras, yoga and other spiritual practices. Sue specialises particularly in psychological astrology and transits. Sue says: “Western astrology as seen in newspapers is just the beginning. Astrology helped me understand myself and the lessons the universe was bringing to me. I've loved it ever since.”Whether you're completely new to astrology or already know the basics, Astrology Central gives you the opportunity to learn directly from an experienced astrologer, practise reading charts and receive personalised guidance - completely FREE. Private consultations with SueIf you'd like to go deeper with your own chart, Sue also offers private 1:1 astrology consultations. Email: carberryharty@gmail.com Mobile: 07946 389763 Usual price: £90 per hour Special price for Astrology Central participants: £70 per hour for the duration of the course. Come and discover what your birth chart can reveal about you, your life and the energies you're experiencing right now. This course is hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests and find out what natural methods work for you https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Starseed Quantum Healing with Lynn Flowers | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:54:22 | |
Who is Lynn Flowers? Lynn Flowers is a UK-based Quantum Healer, Starseed Mentor, Ascension Guide and Wayshower, and founder of the Lynn Flowers Academy of Ascension & Plasma Healing. She works with Starseeds, Lightworkers and Wayshowers, focusing on soul trauma, energetic healing, Lightbody restoration and what she describes as humanity’s ascension journey. Lynn is the creator of the Quantum Plasma Bridge Healing System, through which she teaches multidimensional healing and trains practitioners in areas including Lightbody restoration, emotional and ancestral healing, gridwork and Starseed mission activation. She is also an author and teacher, with books including Learning to Dance With the Angels, How to Be a Confident Intuitive Healer and How to Be a Confident Spiritual Teacher. Lynn talks aboutLynn joins Althea to explore her perspective on the rapid changes taking place in healing and human consciousness, why she believes healing is becoming increasingly accelerated, and what this means for people doing their own inner work. They discuss the idea that humanity’s collective “shadow” is being brought to the surface more rapidly, the importance of maintaining our own individual frequency, and Lynn’s view that some people are acting as stabilisers for planetary consciousness during this period of change.
Contact Lynn Website www.krystalstarascension.com Email lynnstar222@protonmail.com *Join the next live podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Homemade Eco-friendly Home and Bodycare with Simon Mitchell | 21 Sep 2026 | 00:58:25 | |
Who is Simon Mitchell? Simon Mitchell is the founder of Green Laurels, creating handmade eco-friendly products for the home and body. His range includes home fragrances and cosmetics made with carefully selected natural ingredients, with a strong focus on sustainability and reducing potentially harmful ingredients. Simon was initially looking to create a product-based business as he wanted to move away from photography. The idea actually came from Santa! Simon worked in a Santa’s Grotto at Christmas 2019, and it was Santa who suggested the idea of an eco-friendly bathroom products-style business. Simon was interested in the idea, as nature had always been important to him. Alongside the portraits he photographed professionally, he had always enjoyed photographing landscapes, animals and the natural world. His passion for the environment also connects back to a round-the-world trip in 2004, when he saw the huge Kauri trees in Australia. During the trip, a guide explained how vast areas of forest were being cleared and the wood sold to Japanese paper companies. Although trees were replanted, Simon learned that the chemicals and poisons used in the process could destroy the original ecosystem. New trees might eventually create another forest, but the ecosystem that had existed before could be lost. These experiences helped shape Simon’s motivation to do his part to help the Earth by creating natural, eco-friendly and sustainable products for people and their homes. For Simon, it simply feels like the right path. He talks aboutWhy he created Green Laurels, what goes into everyday body and homecare products, and how understanding ingredient labels can help us make more informed choices. He also explains the important difference between ingredients such as SLS and SLSa, and why natural, biodegradable alternatives can be kinder to both us and the environment. Talking points
Contact Simon PainFree Discount Code: ALTHEA10 https://greenlaurels.co.uk/?ref=58&campaign=Podcast%20Campaign Website www.greenlaurels.co.uk Social media www.instagram.com/greenlaurels www.facebook.com/greenlaurels18 *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Homeopathy for Healing with Sara Dale | 17 Sep 2026 | 01:00:51 | |
Who is Sara Dale? – I am a strong believer in taking responsibility for our own health and wellbeing, and have always been interested in natural routes. I discovered homeopathy over 20 years ago and have been using it ever since. I was diagnosed with a thyroid condition in my 30s. My body did not respond sufficiently to the medication I was put on and so I began searching for alternatives. I consulted a homeopath, things started to change and I have not looked back since. I subsequently took my daughter to see her for oral thrush, which kept recurring despite anti-fungal medication. I was so impressed with the results that I was inspired to enrol on a 4-year course at the School of Homeopathy in Stroud and have been a practising homeopath since. I wish everyone knew about homeopathy for healing and what it can do so I’m passionate about sharing what I know. I teach workshops at festivals and work with the Travelling Homeopaths Collective where we give low-cost consultations and remedies as a way of spreading the word. The aim of my talk today is to give you an idea of what homeopathy is. I will give a brief explanation of how it was discovered and how it works. I’ll talk about the difference between acute and chronic conditions and how we treat them. I’ll also give you an introduction to how you can use homeopathy at home and when travelling as well as looking at a few remedies. Sara shares:
Contact Sara here: Registered Homeopath Online and in person Website www.saradale.co.uk Mobile 07976852637 Email info@saradale.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Local Government Reorganisation with Madelaine Hunt, Heritage Party | 14 Sep 2026 | 01:00:13 | |
Who is Madelaine Hunt? Madeleine Hunt is the General Secretary of the Heritage Party and an advocate for democratic accountability, individual liberty and community-led governance. Having grown up in Poland under communism, Madeleine draws on her personal experience when examining changes taking place within British government and public institutions. Her work focuses particularly on local government, devolution, planning, democratic accountability and the transfer of decision-making power away from local communities. She has been actively challenging aspects of Local Government Reorganisation and encouraging residents to understand the changes, question their councils and take a more active role in local democracy. We talk about:In this conversation, Madeleine explains what Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is and why she believes the changes could have profound consequences for local democracy and the way our communities are governed.
Contact Madeleine Website National Residents For Civic Accountability Substack https://substack.com/@madeleine881227 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PrQ2BQj_os *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Internet Practical Privacy with Frits Reggulaetor | 14 Sep 2026 | 00:53:59 | |
Who is Frits Reggulaetor? Frits is a retired aircraft electrical and mechanical quality engineer, critical thinker and practical problem-solver. He shares what he believes to be important, interesting, dangerous, funny or joyful, while helping people find practical solutions to technical and everyday problems. Away from technology, he enjoys travelling, messing around in his shed, writing poetry, singing, strumming, dancing and creative cookery. Frits believes that our individual conscious and spiritual souls are part of one collaborative consciousness – ONE LOVE . In this conversation, he’ll share his own journey towards greater internet privacy, including moving from Apple to Android and Microsoft to Linux, with practical pointers for reducing the personal information connected to our devices and even setting up certain mobile phones without IDs or personal accounts attached. Frits talks about:
Contact Frits Substack https://substack.com/@fritsreggulaetor Email reggulaetor@pm.me Website https://fritsoundz.wixsite.com/mysite *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| The Buttafly Technique: gentle realignment for natural back care and spine health with Loulou James | 10 Sep 2026 | 01:00:19 | |
Who is Loulou James? Loulou James is a Spine Health Specialist, retired physiotherapist and yoga teacher with more than 40 years’ experience working with the body. Her Buttafly Technique grew from her own healing journey after fracturing her sacrum. Ten years after the injury, she discovered that the unique Buttafly support allowed her to lie comfortably on her back for the first time in a decade. What she experienced sparked a deeper exploration into the body’s natural ability to release, realign and heal when given the right support. Today, Loulou helps individuals and practitioners explore a gentler approach to back care and spine health - working with the body’s innate intelligence rather than forcing or correcting it from the outside. In This ConversationLoulou shares the fascinating story behind the Buttafly Technique and explores how pelvic support, positioning and deep relaxation can help create the conditions for natural release and realignment through the spine. We talk about:
Contact Loulou: Website: https://thebuttafly.com Work with Loulou: https://thebuttafly.com/loulou-james-work-with-me/ Learn the Buttafly Technique: https://thebuttafly.com/the-buttafly-technique-for-a-healthy-spine Choose your Buttafly: https://thebuttafly.com/shop/ eBook — How to Relieve Back Pain Naturally and Build Lasting Spine Health: https://thebuttafly.com/product/ebook-the-buttafly-technique/ Instagram: @the_buttafly LinkedIn: /in/louloujames YouTube: @TheButtafly *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Using Heart Monitoring to Reduce Stress and Build Resilience with Noel Clerkin | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:04:44 | |
Who is Noel? – A former banker who has over 20 years of coaching people to improve their quality of life and reduce their stress levels. Has worked extensively with senior business leaders who have worked in high-pressure environments. Believes in a holistic approach to wellbeing. Noel talks about –What are the three C’s of Building Resilience? The brilliant little gadget First Beat, that monitors your stress patterns throughout the day. How to interpret your heart’s data and know how life affects you and what to change. Guidance on how to reduce your stress and build resilience. Contact Noel:Firstbeat and access to the app. Coaching sessions *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Living The Dream with Ash Mahmood | 07 Sep 2026 | 01:03:24 | |
Who is Ash Mahmood? I’m Ash Mahmood, a former secondary school science teacher and award winning film director from London who decided to quit my life and work in the UK and settle in Montenegro where I found healing, peace and tranquility by the adriatic sea and in nature. My passion lies in my home that I purchased here. I have a stone house that’s partially off grid, away from any town in a remote village overlooking the sea that I renovated. I want to share this space by renting it out to other like minded people looking to escape from the claustrophobic and unhealthy city lifestyles in order to experience healing, rest and an opportunity to recharge and reset. Ash talks about:
Contact Ash I have my apartment that I rent out for people who wish to experience Montenegro
Then there is the house/retreat space
Althea says – It sounds beautiful and of course, run by Ash means you get his lovely kindness and insights too x *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Free Your Mind With Diane Mitchell | 03 Sep 2026 | 01:06:24 | |
Who is Diane Mitchell? Diane Mitchell is a Holistic Mindset Practitioner who was told she had 12 weeks to live in 2006. She told her doctor, “I don’t have time to die.” Refusing the only solution conventional medicine offered was surgery that would remove her voice, she chose a 100% holistic pathway to heal her mind, body and soul. Against all odds, she fully recovered. That pivotal moment sparked a deep journey into mindset mastery – founded from the inner shift Diane experienced the moment she was served up 12-weeks to live. From it, she created her signature method: Change Your Mind ~ Change Your Life. Diane helps others break free from the outdated beliefs and inner noise that keep them stuck. Her work guides people back to clarity, alignment, and inner freedom. Long gone are the days of sitting talking about what gets in our way for weeks and months on end, people engage in new methods that move them out of dark places quickly so they can get back out and get on living their life. Taking charge of our mind is a necessity. We only have one place to live, and that’s in our own body – so it’s wise to gather the toolkit for inner freedom. Everyone deserves this. She believes: “The mind is an incredible gift, yet it’s not always on our side.” As a holistic mindset practitioner and mindful instructor, Diane assists people to step out of what is getting in their way. Breaking through limiting beliefs, and removing what we ‘think’ is real from the stories the mind tells us, Also, the number of individuals who come to Diane having outgrown their former self – is incredible, and they leave surprised at how effortless it can be changing the way they think. The bigger picture came when Diane launched The Wonderful World of Wellbeing. Providing platforms for holistic wellbeing business owners a place to share their gifts with members of the community. With two award wins, Diane hosts events both on and offline – providing choices through a variety of professional pathways that enable individuals to discover the many facets and power of holistic health. Diane Mitchell Explored how to access and align your head, heart, and gut intelligence — the three powerful brains within us.In this session, you’ll leave with: Clarity on how each ‘brain’ communicates and influences your choices Tools to shift out of overthinking and into calm, aligned action Awareness of how to trust your deeper inner knowing It’s time to free your mind and reconnect with your whole self. *Diane also took us through a mini healing session on the call. Contact Diane here:Book a personal clarity call here: https://bit.ly/Book-Your-Personal-Call *Each person who may decide to work with Diane following their clarity call – will receive a special gift of mindful development valued at £277. Websites: https://dianemitchellmindsetwellbeing.org www.wonderfulworldofwellbeing.com (new website coming soon). Email: events@wonderfulworldofwellbeing.com WhatsApp: 075227 600 68 *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Your Food and Hormones Are Fuelling Your Pain With Sara Southgate | 31 Aug 2026 | 00:59:16 | |
Who is Sara Southgate? Sara Southgate, is a Naturopath and Natural Peri-Menopause Specialist She’s also a Herbalist, Kinesiologist, NLP+ Coach, EMDR Practitioner, and Reiki Master with 20+ years in full-time clinical practice, transforming the lives of thousands of women on their journey to feeling really well, from the inside out. Sara works with perimenopausal professionals who are tired of feeling tired and unable to focus, and are frustrated because they haven’t yet found the way to take control of their health in perimenopause and menopause and post-menopause. If you want to feel good without medication and stay HRT-free, Sara can help. If you want to create wellbeing naturally, sustainably and have fun on the way, Sara can help. If you’re done with feeling like crap and ready to create real energy and vitality using food, lifestyle, natural remedies and the right mindset as medicine, Sara can show you how. With tangible results, starting in as little as 7 days, Sara can help you to feel yourself again, naturally. A prescription from Sara is just as likely to include relaxation techniques as it is food supplements and herbal medicine, to switch watching the news for something to make you laugh; it’s aim is for permanent change, in body and mind. Changing the world, one woman at a time Sara talks about:How the food you eat creates and exacerbates pain levels How perimenopause and menopause contribute to pain What you can do about it Contact SaraEmail Sara@sarasouthgate.com Website https://www.sarasouthgate.com/HOME 5 Day Cortisol Detox https://www.sarasouthgate.com/cortisoldetox Get my free recipes for women in perimenopause here https://www.sarasouthgate.com/recipes *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Could you be Deficient? B12 deficiency and Pernicious Anaemia with Annie Barr | 31 Aug 2026 | 01:03:02 | |
Who is Annie Barr? Annie Barr MBE is a healthcare professional, educator and founder of the Annie Barr Training Academy and AB Health Hub. With extensive experience in healthcare education and clinical training, Annie provides specialist training in areas including B12 deficiency, diabetes, phlebotomy, vaccinations and clinical skills. Through AB Health Hub, she also champions a more personalised and preventative approach to health, helping people become better informed and more empowered to take an active role in their own wellbeing. Annie talks about:Could you be deficient in vitamin B12 without realising it? Annie explores B12 deficiency and pernicious anaemia, the wide range of symptoms they can cause, and why problems can sometimes be overlooked or mistaken for something else. She explains the importance of B12 in the body, what can cause deficiency, how it can be investigated and the different approaches to treatment. Annie will also share why recognising the signs and getting appropriate professional advice can make such an important difference.
Contact Annie Website abhealthhub.com B12 symptom checker https://b12d.org Email annie@anniebarr.com Mobile 07500 048222 *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Conscious Menopause The ‘change’ as a gateway to spiritual growth with Melissa Ayres | 27 Aug 2026 | 00:59:39 | |
Who is Melissa Ayres? – Melissa Ayres is a Menopause Coach and established expert in women’s health. Over the last 15 years Melissa has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience in natural health care and she now focuses on supporting women at the change of life. Melissa blends her extensive knowledge of natural medicine, hormone imbalance and her intuitive healing abilities to transform women’s experience of the change of life into one of confidence, vibrance and empowerment. Melissa blends her knowledge of multiple different healing modalities into a complete transformational experience – the Menopause Revolution Programme. She has witnessed incredible healing in herself and in hundreds of clients using natural medicine and intuitive healing. Melissa believes that the menopause can be a time of incredibly positive life transformation for women. Perimenopause and menopause are natural milestones, not the end of a woman’s life. This can be a challenging time; but I’m here to tell you that it is possible to completely turn this around easily and naturally… and feel more confident, more empowered and excited about this new stage of life. Melissa will be talking about:Perimenopause/menopause is not a dis-ease or deficiency Menopause as a metamorphosis The hidden meanings behind physical symptoms Moving into the wise-woman chapter Tune in with your symptoms Embrace your shadow side Understand that you are more than a physical body, you are a divine consciousness with the ability to change your reality Contact MelissaEmail: melissa@melissajayres.com Website: www.melissajayres.com *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| The Magic Of Medicinal Mushrooms with Al & Hayley | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:55:16 | |
Who Are Al & Hayley? Al and Hayley are the founders of The Luxury Mushroom Company, a Yorkshire-based wellbeing brand specialising in medicinal mushroom tinctures, gummies, and natural wellness products. What began as a personal curiosity about natural health and functional mushrooms soon became a mission to help others reconnect with nature and discover simple, effective ways to support their wellbeing. Built alongside full-time jobs, family life, festivals, and community events, The Luxury Mushroom Company is grounded in authenticity, transparency, and a belief in doing things properly – without hype, shortcuts, or exaggerated claims. Their approach combines traditional mushroom wisdom with modern wellbeing, encouraging people to stay curious, do their own research, and make informed choices about their health. We Talk About –In this fascinating conversation, Al and Hayley share their journey from curious health enthusiasts to founders of a growing natural wellness brand. We’ll explore the world of medicinal mushrooms, why so many people are turning to them for support, and how reconnecting with nature may offer simple ways to improve wellbeing. We’ll also discuss the realities of building a business while balancing work, family, and life, and why authenticity matters in today’s wellness industry.
Contact Al & Hayley Website: The Luxury Mushroom Company https://the-lmc.com Email info@the-lmc.com Instagram: @Haylz_lmc Facebook: The Luxury Mushroom Company Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556461645507 *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Somatics and The PainFree Method Combined Experience with Althea Finch & Sarah Guest | 24 Aug 2026 | 01:31:33 | |
Sarah and Althea guide you on a 90-minute healing experience, bringing together two gentle yet powerful approaches to help you release pain, tension, stress, and discomfort naturally. Both Somatics and The PainFree Method® are based on the understanding that the body already knows how to heal. When we learn how to reconnect with ourselves, listen to our bodies, and create the right conditions, healing can begin. We both feel that together, these two approaches complement each other beautifully, creating a deeper healing experience that supports both body and mind. Who Is Sarah Guest?Sarah Guest is a Somatic Educator and Movement Practitioner, and founder of Love Somatics. Her journey into somatics began after suffering from chronic back pain and sciatica for three years. Having previously worked as a neuromuscular physical therapist and Pilates instructor, Sarah was fascinated by the science behind how the brain controls muscles and movement. Through regular somatic practice, she became pain free and discovered a new way of understanding the body and healing. Today, Sarah helps people gently move out of chronic pain, tension, and stress through slow, mindful movement and nervous system awareness. Her work supports people to reconnect with their bodies, feel calmer, move more freely, and experience greater ease in everyday life. Who Is Althea Finch?Althea Finch is the creator of The PainFree Method®, an alignment-based healing method she developed in 2000 after her own profound healing journey. For over 35 years, Althea has helped people release chronic pain, long-term physical conditions, anxiety, trauma, emotional distress, and many other symptoms by teaching them how to reconnect with themselves and their body’s natural healing ability. The PainFree Method™ works by helping people connect with their symptoms rather than fight them, allowing the body to release what is causing the discomfort and return to a state of balance, alignment, and wellbeing. What You’ll ExperienceDuring this 90-minute session, Sarah and Althea will each share a mini healing experience, allowing you to experience both methods for yourself. You’ll discover:
Most importantly, you’ll get a flavour of both approaches and discover which resonates most with you. If you would like further support after the session, you’ll have the opportunity to continue your healing journey with Sarah, Althea, or both, depending on your individual needs and goals. Whether you’re struggling with chronic pain, tension, stress, anxiety, stiffness, or simply want to feel more comfortable in your body, this experience will give you practical tools and a real opportunity to begin creating positive change. Contact SarahWebsite www.lovesomatics.com Free Beginners Guide Part 1 & 2 Book your free phone consultation Online and in person in Taunton Sarah also joined us for a full talk on Somatics here https://painfreedom.co.uk/somatics-with-sarah-guest/ Contact AltheaFree consultation 10% discount on the main 90 day programme when you mention ‘Somatics’ Website https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sue Carberry’s FREE astrology course: VIRGO and how it affects all star signs | 20 Aug 2026 | 01:12:09 | |
This is Astrology Central with Sue Carberry A FREE monthly astrology course for beginners and refreshers. SERIES 2: The 12 Signs And Houses In DepthThis episode is Lesson 6: VIRGO and how it affects all star signs Join the next class here https://calendly.com/althea-painfreedom-specialist/astrology-central?preview_source=et_card&month=2025-02 The course includes a private WhatsApp Group where Sue guides you between the monthly Zoom calls. Sue guides you on how to read your chart and others. No prior experience is needed—just jump right in, don’t worry if you’ve missed classes – Sue will guide you from where you are. What is the course about? I’m thrilled to announce that Sue Carberry, a seasoned astrologer, is joining us at PainFree to teach all things astrology. This course is taught through LIVE group Zoom calls and supported by a WhatsApp group for continued learning and Q&A between classes. Who is Sue? Watch her interview here Sue Carberry brings 44 years of experience in astrology and New Age practices. She first discovered astrology at the age of 16 in Australia, under the mentorship of 80-year-old Gordon Ballard. This experience sparked her lifelong passion for astrology, along with crystals, chakras, yoga, and other spiritual practices. Sue’s specialist branches in astrology are psychological astrology and transits. Sue says, “Western astrology as seen in newspapers is just the beginning. I have a deep passion for astrology because it helped me understand myself and the lessons the universe was bringing to me. I’ve loved it ever since.” What will you learn in this FREE course?
On this second series Sue guides us through all 12 star signs and how they affect everyone, how to read your star chart and see each star sign in your chart, what that means for you. Sue is highly knowledgeable and passionate. If you’ve ever wanted to understand astrology better or learn how to read your own chart, this is the perfect opportunity. And it’s completely free! Get Sue’s personalized guidance during the live calls and in the accompanying WhatsApp group. For private 1:1 consultations, feel free to contact Sue here:
Sue’s usual rate is £90 per hour, but for course participants, she’s offering a special price of £70 per hour for the duration of the course. We look forward to having you join us and explore the fascinating world of astrology together! This course is hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| No Child Needs to Fail: Rethinking SEND, Anxiety & Education with Peter Fekete | 17 Aug 2026 | 01:00:47 | |
Who is Peter Fekete? Peter Fekete is the founder of Black’s Academy, an educational organisation focused on helping children overcome learning delays, reduce anxiety and achieve their academic potential. His work challenges the idea that some children are destined to struggle or fail within education. Drawing on Black’s Academy’s experience and a growing body of case studies, Peter argues that many of the problems surrounding SEND and educational failure are not inevitable. He believes that with the right individualised approach, learning difficulties can be remediated, confidence restored and children given the opportunity to succeed. Peter talks about:The growing crisis in UK education and SEND provision, why increasing numbers of children are struggling, and why conventional approaches may be failing to address the underlying problem. He explores the rise in anxiety among young people, the growing financial and social cost of SEND, and the increasing number of young people becoming NEET – not in education, employment or training. Most importantly, Peter explains why he believes this is a man-made crisis that can be solved, and why no child needs to be written off as a failure. Talking points
Contact Peter: Website https://www.blacksacademy.xyz/index.php? Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Recovery Through Motherhood with Charlotte Henderson | 17 Aug 2026 | 01:05:07 | |
Who is Charlotte Henderson? Charlotte Henderson is a perinatal safeguarding advocate, birth doula and professional trainer. Known as The Dependency Doula, she works at the intersection of maternity, addiction recovery and safeguarding — bringing lived experience and professional expertise to support women and families navigating systems that too often fail them. Charlotte Henderson is a perinatal safeguarding advocate, birth doula and educator with lived experience of addiction, recovery and the systems that claim to protect women and families. Charlotte talks about:In this episode, Charlotte shares her personal story — navigating the maternity and recovery systems during her first pregnancy with little support and significant multi-agency collusion working against her, and then, three years into her recovery, being reported by the NHS after her second birth for exercising her legal right not to engage them — while her daughter lay critically ill in intensive care as a result of their negligence. She now uses that experience alongside her professional expertise to help other women and families navigate the medical and safeguarding systems where either “too much, too soon” or “too little, too late” seems to be the norm.
Contact Charlotte – Instagram: @thedependencydoula Facebook: facebook.com/TheDependencyDoula (I don’t have many followers on here yet, but it’s worth adding) Website: thedependencydoula.com (still under construction,but will be ready well in time for the podcast) The Conduit — professional training for birth workers, launching September 2026 https://1drv.ms/b/c/6912fcd0fc4395ea/IQAy-C0ADvNSTLYZs5IO19XbAf6doFFyz_DWoak1re4X3k0 Telegram: https://t.me/TheDependencyDoulaChannel (again, haven’t used it much, but useful for the freedom movement crowd) To book a free consultation just email me: charlotte@thedependencydoula.com *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Healing with Herbs with Elle Chaska | 13 Aug 2026 | 01:01:41 | |
About Elle Chaska My first exposure with plant spirit medicine was 2003, when I went to the jungle of Peru to work with the deeply humble Shipibo shamans. That sparked a lifetime interest in plant spirit shamanism and soon I became particularly interested in working with the spirits of the plants here in my ancestral land of the United Kingdom and started befriending them as allies, teachers and guides. As well as a deep plant based knowledge bank garnered through both experience and trainings in both shamanic, intuitive and medical herbalism, I have experience working as an addiction counsellor using CBT based methods and as a meditation teacher. I am Master Sekhem and Reiki Energy healer, and work both crystal and sound healing into my offerings. I am also a medicine singer/songwriter weaving the songs inspired by plants and the ceremony of life into my offerings Elle talks about:🌿What is plant spirit shamanism 🌿How plants heal beyond the mere physical 🌿How plants want to express themselves through us 🌿How music has been fundamental to my exploration of plants Contact Elle: Website https://www.therainbowportal.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therainbowportal/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/eleanor.chaska Youtube, songs that heal, herbs, foraging, woodland retreats and more.. https://www.youtube.com/@ellechaska Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| The Truth About The Bible with Christopher Sparkes | 10 Aug 2026 | 01:05:29 | |
Who is Christopher Sparkes? Christopher Sparkes is the translator of the Keys of the Kingdom Holy Bible, a project that represents more than 25 years of intensive biblical research and translation. A former lecturer, writer, educator, and author, Christopher has dedicated decades to studying Scripture, ancient texts, biblical languages, and translation methods. He is also the author of Searching For Hell and The Study Companion to the Keys of the Kingdom Holy Bible. His work focuses on restoring what he believes to be the original meanings, order, and literary beauty of the Scriptures. About This EpisodeIn this fascinating conversation, Christopher explores why he believes that all Bible translations have altered, removed, or changed important words, phrases, and meanings within Scripture. He shares his research into restoring the original order of biblical books and prophecies, explains how translation decisions can significantly affect interpretation, and reveals the unique principles behind the Keys of the Kingdom Holy Bible. Christopher also discusses the beauty, harmony, and literary richness he believes have been lost in all Bible translations, and why restoring these elements is essential to understanding the Bible’s true message. Christopher Talks about
Contact Christopher Website https://www.keysofthekingdombible.com YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@keysofthekingdomholybible TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@ktk.holy.bible Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Frequency Medicine with Siobhan Mackenzie | 10 Aug 2026 | 01:00:25 | |
Who is Siobhan? Siobhan came to frequency medicine by a circuitous route. While working in the field of writing and research, Siobhan met her partner, who was electrosensitive, and discovered that, A, it was quite a common problem, and B, she could make EMF protective clothing for her partner, and also sell it to others. That business started in 2019 and took off during the lockdown. Increasingly, however, Siobhan was nagged by the misgiving that just wrapping yourself in protective clothing or shielding your house was not enough, and more needed to be done to make the body more resilient to the increasing electrosmog in our environment. With her partner, Kit, Siobhan began to look more closely at the beneficial frequencies she knew existed, and found that there were several machines that could help with resilience, but also much more than that. The Frequency Medicine Centre is the result of over 3 years of learning and study, which is always ongoing, as there is so much more to know. My partner and I founded Frequency Medicine Centre in Glastonbury. This year we opened a second centre in Basingstoke and a pop up in Bridport. We will be opening another centre in Weston Super Mare soon. This concept is entirely community focused, and the business model does not follow an old paradigm. We run the centres as Private Members Associations. It begins with the community, and people who are guided or inspired to learn about frequency healing for themselves can become volunteers. The volunteers take advantage of the machines to begin their own healing journey as part of the volunteer package. Their personal experience is both a learning curve for them and becomes a way to inspire others. Any profit is both shared and used to expand. Our vision is to have affordable frequency medicine for as many people as possible. We want to work with others who are interested in having their own centre among their own alternative groups. We want to help them get started. So many people are becoming disenchanted with, and leaving the NHS, and seeking an alternative. Many of the private alternatives are just too expensive for the average person, especially if they need intensive care in their journey. We encourage health sovereignty, which means taking control of your own health and educating yourself. We help facilitate that journey by offering wellness solutions and continuing to improve our own knowledge so we can share our wisdom, or signpost to those who are more knowledgeable. We are building a library of alternative healing books in our centres. Glastonbury has the biggest library with an eclectic mix of volumes on many aspects of health, nutrition, and alternative viewpoints. Siobhan talks about:
Contact Siobhan Website https://www.frequency-medicine.co.uk Clinics in Glastonbury, Basingstoke, Bridpot and Weston-super-Mare Email Siobhan with your questions: Glastonbury@frequency-medicine.co.uk / basingstoke@frequency-medicine.co.uk Phone: 01458 898567 / 01256 280777 Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sophrology To Tap Into The Mind Body Connection with Audrey Zannese | 06 Aug 2026 | 01:02:57 | |
Who is Audrey Zannese? Audrey Zannese, PhD, is Founder of Step Into Sophrology and Education Director of The Sophrology Academy. Her mission is to help people reclaim calm, energy and resilience through the gentle yet powerful practice of Sophrology, especially those navigating chronic illness, fatigue, pain and emotional overwhelm. Audrey understands first hand what it means to live with pressure and a long-term condition. After a career in academia and a life-changing diagnosis, she discovered Sophrology, a mind-body practice that helped her feel back in control and gave her back the capacity to live, work and thrive. Now she’s helping others to do the same. Sophrology is a science-informed mind-body practice that is uniquely accessible and easy to incorporate in daily life. In this talk –Audrey shares her journey from scientist to sophrologist. How sophrology helped her overcome MS and Why it could help others dealing with chronic stress and long-term conditions. What the mind-body connection is, and How sophrology helps you tap into this mind-body connection to make sustainable changes in how you feel in your life. Audrey talks about:
Contact Audrey Website: https://www.stepintosophrology.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StepIntoSophrology/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stepintosophrology/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Awakening, Freedom & Thriving Naturally with Mark Attwood | 03 Aug 2026 | 01:04:26 | |
Who is Mark Attwood? Mark Attwood is a former RAF pilot, entrepreneur, poet, author and independent broadcaster who is passionate about helping people think critically, take responsibility for their health and live with greater freedom. Known for exploring topics including natural health, consciousness, personal growth and resilience, Mark encourages people to question assumptions, reconnect with nature and trust their own intuition. In this episode, he shares his personal journey, the experiences that shaped his outlook, and why he believes that hope, curiosity and personal responsibility are essential for creating a healthier, more positive future. Mark talks about:
Contact Mark YouTube @themarkattwoodshowadventur Clinic in Boyle, Ireland https://www.live5dhealth.com Clearing the stone circle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dnffkpj6GsA&vl=en Website, books https://themarkattwoodshow.com/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| A Raw Food Manifesto with Axay Shah (The Raw Food Guru) | 03 Aug 2026 | 00:59:43 | |
Who is Axay Shah? Known as the Raw Food Guru. Axay Shah is the Founder of Raw Foodiest and brings over 16 years living 100% plant-based raw, with 21 years of personal medical documentation showing full reversal of prediabetes, normalized liver function, zero medications, and no chronic diseases at the age of 67. He is also training for his eighth marathon. His journey has shown that rebuilding health from the ground up is possible, even for those who have tried countless approaches without lasting change. Over the past 21 years, he has kept detailed medical records documenting how raw, nature-aligned food reversed his prediabetes and brought him to a point where, at 67, he has the energy and stamina to train for marathons and maintain excellent blood work without any medications. His approach is grounded in what he calls the Energy System Dysfunction framework, examining why so many people struggle with food addiction and chronic disease, while offering a nature-aligned path to lasting vitality. Axay now leads a global community of over 5,200 engaged members, with an active YouTube channel (208+ videos), blog (150+ posts), monthly wellness webinars, and coaching that moves people from awareness to mastery using his SEED, SPROUT and BLOOM system. His upcoming book, In Nature We Trust, launches in March 2026. It became a #1 Amazon Hot New Release in Vegan Diets and has been accepted into the Library of Congress. If you are seeking down-to-earth strategies and a relatable, transparent case of transformation, Axay brings both lived experience and practical solutions grounded in evidence rather than inspiration alone. Axay talks about…My recent work as Founder of Raw Foodiest has focused on showing that radical transformation is possible at any age through both documented evidence and practical strategies. At 67, I live medication free and have optimal blood markers, all while training for my next marathon. I share my own journey, together with the repeatable system my community uses to restore energy and reverse chronic issues. With more than 5,200 community members, monthly wellness webinars, and content viewed by thousands across YouTube, newsletters and social platforms, I’m continually inspired by health professionals looking for more than wishful thinking. They want proof and actionable change. My book, In Nature We Trust, together with the SEED, SPROUT, BLOOM framework, has helped many move from theory to long-term results in raw food living. On this podcast Axay shares:
Contact Axay #1 AMAZON HOT NEW BOOK RELEASE – IN NATURE WE TRUST Website RawFoodiest.com Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Fostering Your Relationships At Work And Home With Cathie Gregg | 30 Jul 2026 | 01:01:53 | |
Who is Cathie Gregg? Cathie teaches us how to have a healthy relationship. My first career was as an Army Officer, training soldiers and officers in a variety of skills including military subjects, languages, presentation techniques and management. My second career was running a language training business in France, where we now live. My third career has been to deliver management and leadership training courses, along with team training and customer service courses (including conflict management training and mentoring in a variety of businesses and charities, in UK and France, but mainly in veterinary practices. I like to work in small to medium businesses, where the kind of training I do reflects the values of the leadership perhaps more than in a corporate environment. Every training course I run contains an element of an idea called the 5 Love Languages, from a book written decades ago by American psychologist and family therapist Gary Chapman. In a business environment, it is applied as “languages of appreciation” , which has been systemised as business training, very successfully by Dr Chapman, working with business consultant Dr Paul White. With my professional head on I use this training to build teams and to reduce conflicts and toxic atmospheres at work, and to enhance management of personnel to improve performance – it is incredibly effective at increasing productivity, cooperation and reducing staff turn-over. But my private mission is to give people one single, powerful tool to improve ALL their relationships, which I think has a huge effect on health, well-being and resilience. I have seen some wonderful effects after 2 days of training – people talking to their mother or father after years of estrangement, couples deciding not to split up, colleagues who have hated each other becoming friends – and this on a work team-training course! I love the fact that it provides a holistic approach to work AND family and social relationships. Cathie talks about how to have a healthy relationship:The idea of love languages Why it is so awesome for your health. How it enhances every human relationship and feeds into a sense of well-being in a virtuous circle, and how a lack of understanding of this mechanism of the human psyche can be devastating when it goes wrong. How to discern the love languages of those around you – and your own. A few examples of how to apply this knowledge in a personal and a work context. Contact Cathie –Website www.gregglangues.com Email glcm74.ukfr@gmail.com What are the 5 love languages by Dr. Gary Chapman: https://5lovelanguages.com/learn I run workshops, rather than lecturing and I am very happy to train trainers to do what I do. I would encourage people to get Gary Chapman’s books – he has written a number of versions, for couples, children, teenagers (extremely useful!) application in the workplace, and one specifically for men. Dr Paul White has a website called appreciationatwork.com, where there are lots of resources for organisations and businesses. I tailor-make my training to any business, charity or school that I work with, so that it is part training, part consultancy; which I find more effective than a generic package – and we have fun too. There’s lots of laughter at our workshops, which opens the heart and mind to change in a remarkable way. The training is open to individuals and families as well, though I must stress I am not a family counsellor. Rather I treat the couple or family as a team, working out how to enhance their common life. Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Natural Wellbeing – Brand Zero with Sasha Evans | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:59:22 | |
Who is Sasha Evans? My name is Sasha and I run Brand Zero, a small natural wellbeing business based in the heart of Gloucestershire. I was influenced from an early age by my mother who didn’t agree with doctors, instead she was totally into natural ways. My natural products can be as effective as commonly prescribed pharmaceuticals for a range of ailments. The advantage is that they are completely non toxic with no side effects. I’m inspired and motivated by finding new ways to help people overcome chronic pain, inflammation, depression, anxiety, and so on, without resorting to prescribed medication. Knowledge is freedom and power, and my aim is to help people take their health and wellbeing into their own hands by showing them how much they can achieve with the things that are available to us naturally. It’s an incredibly exciting field and it teaches me new things every day. Brand Zero was founded in early 2020, in response to the growing problem of plastic waste and unnecessary packaging, as well as the harmful ingredients found in so many modern skincare and wellbeing products. I’ve long made creams and essential oil blends for friends and family. During the lockdown, people were experiencing terrible skin problems from increased hand washing and sanitisers. Hospitals were appealing for people to donate hand creams to the staff. I created a fundraiser to supply pots of my soothing beeswax balms to over 1,000 nurses and carers across the Stroud area, and in the process Brand Zero was born. Since then, the range has grown to include massage oils, bath oils, shampoo bars, aromatherapy oils, organic handmade soaps – in real life the shop smells incredible! Sasha talks about:
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Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Foraging for Gut Health with Rachel Robertson | 27 Jul 2026 | 00:51:41 | |
Who is Rachel Robertson? Fifteen years ago, my own health struggles, those of my family and reading the book ‘Deschooling Society’ were catalysts in embarking on a self-reliance journey to reclaim power over food, my family’s health and my children’s education. I trained as a naturopathic nutritionist in 2019 and now specialise in gut health, drawing especially on ancestral nutrition and traditional Western herbalism. I manage a busy practice in Brighton, incorporating colonic hydrotherapy into my gut-healing protocols. I offer programmes in person and remotely and run regular online group gut reset programmes. I have been leading foraging workshops since 2020, covering areas such as foraging for food and medicine in survival contexts, foraging for gut health and bespoke foraging events. I’m involved as a parent and foraging teacher at HOPE Sussex Freedom Home Education Hub, where I also co-created a thriving vegetable and medicinal herb garden. I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with traditional skills and empowering them to take back control of their health. Rachel talks about…I will be explaining the main pillars of good gut health, how to tell if things aren’t working well and how to nourish and heal your gut, matching herbs you can find outside your front door to what your gut actually needs. This is useful for people with mild to severe digestive problems, skin issues, autoimmune disease and hormonal imbalance. Even if your digestive health is generally good, these principles can help maintain long-term gut health.
Contact Rachel Website www.gardenofnutrition.com Email rachel@gardenofnutrition.com Colonic Cleanses https://anahatahealth.co.uk/therapies/colonics-and-cleanses/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Addiction Isn’t A Dirty Word with Bash Bashford | 23 Jul 2026 | 00:59:15 | |
Who is Bash Bashford? Bash Bashford knows addiction inside out. After a trauma-filled childhood and 25 years of deep addiction, he has now celebrated 18 years of recovery. For the past 6 years, he’s been dedicated to supporting others through their own struggles with addiction using a powerful programme that’s already changing lives—and will soon be shared in his upcoming book. I (currently) don’t believe there is a cure for addiction but I do believe that addiction can be put into remission and will stay there, all the while you have a daily, active, fun and sustainable recovery plan in place. In this talk,Bash opens up about the real root causes of addiction and the common misunderstandings that keep recovery rates low. He’ll also share why meditation, journaling, and exercise are such powerful tools for keeping addiction in remission, along with insights into metacognition and how to truly change thought patterns. You’ll also hear about the 6 stages of the addiction cycle—from pre-contemplation to recycling—and discover practical ways to move forward at any stage. Contact BashBash Bashford Director, Therapist, Mentor Email rebournerecovery@gmail.com Website www.rebournerecovery.com Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| How your dentist might be making you sick With Andie Spragg | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:58:09 | |
Listen to Andie’s other podcast here Reclaim Your HEALTH Sovereignty Who is Andie Spragg?Andie Spragg BSc (Hons) ACA FCA is a Health, Wellness and Lifestyle Consultant and founder of the Wholistic Wellness Centre and Mental Health Getaway. With a First Class Honours degree in Human Biology and Anatomy from one of London’s leading medical schools, Andie has spent more than 25 years studying nutrition, lifestyle medicine, detoxification, neuroscience, psychology, and holistic health. After her own health challenges were not resolved through conventional medical routes, she turned to science, nutrition, and natural health approaches to discover the root causes of illness and restore her own wellbeing. Today, Andie helps people uncover the underlying causes of a wide range of health concerns including gut issues, hormone imbalances, thyroid problems, autoimmune conditions, fatigue, fibromyalgia, skin conditions, fertility challenges, weight management, dementia, cancer support, and long Covid. Her work is based on a simple principle: the body has an incredible ability to heal when obstacles to health are identified and removed. About This EpisodeIn this fascinating episode, Andie explores one of the most overlooked aspects of health – your mouth. Many people assume dental treatments are isolated to the teeth, but Andie explains how dental procedures, materials, infections, and everyday dental products may have a far-reaching impact on the rest of the body. Drawing on her extensive knowledge of biology, nutrition, detoxification, and root-cause health, she shares why what happens in your mouth could be affecting your hormones, thyroid, immune system, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. Modern-day dentistry and how an attempt to preserve your teeth could end up harming your overall health. We’ll discuss every day dentistry procedures like fillings and root canal. We’ll also dive into how something you’re doing every day could be harming your thyroid and even causing developmental problems in babies and children. Andie talks about:
Contact Andie through her websites: Wholistic Wellness Centre Helping people when they haven’t been helped by their doctors https://www.wholisticwellnesscentre.com Mental Health Getaway We do mental health differently https://www.mentalhealthgetaway.com Events: Andie was a keynote speaker alongside Caroline Pover and Christian Buckland at the event hosted by the World Council for Health. Discussing Vaccine Injury on 23rd October 2025 at Shurdington Hall, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Details here Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Introduction to Alumah with Liz Jenkins | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:56:35 | |
Breaking the chains of abuseWho is Liz Jenkins? CEO and Founder Past experience of Domestic Abuse personally; qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and supervisor; author; chair of West Suffolk Domestic Abuse Forum; experience working in mental health, substance misuse and DA. Liz leads Alumah CIO, a trauma‑informed charity in West Suffolk, where she spends her days creating spaces where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for. She’s passionate about helping children, young people, and adults rebuild their sense of worth and about supporting the professionals who walk alongside them. Her work blends lived experience, leadership, and a deep belief that healing happens in relationship. In this conversation, Liz opens up about what trauma‑informed practice really looks like in everyday life not as a policy or a poster, but as a way of being with people. She shares stories, insights, and gentle truths about emotional safety, connection, and why small relational shifts can change everything. What We’ll Explore Together
Contact Liz Click Here for all ways to contact Liz Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sound Healing with Karen Banyon | 16 Jul 2026 | 01:03:58 | |
Einstein said “everything in life is vibration!” Who is Karen Banyon?She was originally a full on Times journalist! But now a practitioner of Energy, Reiki & Sound Healing! Karen has spent most of her life travelling and spent time with various indigenous tribes and Tibetan Lamas. She has been inspired by the healing techniques and infinite wisdom keepers and integrated some of the practices she has learnt into her energy and Sound Healing treatments. Karen shared –Morning Mantra to start your Day with Positive Energy: https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=8wtLiBZs87Y&feature=share 174 Hz PAIN RELIEF SLEEP MUSIC https://youtu.be/BxOw3Zy_GxA On this talk Karen also guides us through a sound healing experience. Deepak Chopra says our bodies are like orchestras and we can play them back into wellbeing by using the vibration of sound. This is how sound vibration works. Contact Karen:book 121 or group sessions, find out where to catch her next sound healing session or find out more about sound healing, here’s her website and how to get in touch: Website https://lavenderoaks.co.uk Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Introduction to Alumah with Liz Jenkins | 13 Jul 2026 | 00:56:35 | |
Breaking the chains of abuseWho is Liz Jenkins? CEO and Founder Past experience of Domestic Abuse personally; qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and supervisor; author; chair of West Suffolk Domestic Abuse Forum; experience working in mental health, substance misuse and DA. Liz leads Alumah CIO, a trauma‑informed charity in West Suffolk, where she spends her days creating spaces where people feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for. She’s passionate about helping children, young people, and adults rebuild their sense of worth and about supporting the professionals who walk alongside them. Her work blends lived experience, leadership, and a deep belief that healing happens in relationship. In this conversation, Liz opens up about what trauma‑informed practice really looks like in everyday life not as a policy or a poster, but as a way of being with people. She shares stories, insights, and gentle truths about emotional safety, connection, and why small relational shifts can change everything. What We’ll Explore Together
Contact Liz Click Here for all ways to contact Liz Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Nurse On Natural Health with Gill Bennett | 13 Jul 2026 | 01:03:01 | |
Gill, a qualified nurse of 50 years, says “a patient is not a patient, they are an individual with something wrong with them. Care is about looking after people in the whole – emotional as well as medical” Who is Gill Bennett? –My passion has always been encouraging positivity and the right care/treatment for people and particularly those who are disenfranchised. I was trained to understand the needs and wants or individuals and what good care looks like. I have seen older people in their 90’s independent and categorised as not being able to make their own choices due to their age, same with people with learning disabilities and it makes me angry. A nurse for 50 years with experience in paediatrics, cardiac and occupational health and still practicing. Owner of Patients2People, focusing on independence and choice and particularly for older people and those with special needs. First Executive Director of Nursing in the Ambulance Sector. Well known for NHS services and finance turnaround by focusing on holistic care, technology and choice for people and priority to keep people at home. Forced an Enquiry into the abuse and care of learning disabilities service in 1994, at huge personal cost. Trained nurses in China, practice and encourage alternative and spiritual therapies. Trainer and assessor with AB Health and Wellness. Gill talks about:What good care looks like and how it relates to holistic choices. What I think is wrong in the system of health and care now. Challenges for all of us encouraging holistic care. What I am involved in with other partners and the importance of promoting each other in this arena including training and supply of services like a spider web string in its connections and beautiful to see! Contact Gill –Website: https://www.patients2people.co.uk/who-we-are/ Email: Bennett.gill@ymail.com Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Feet For Life with Holistic Podiatrist Nena Jukes | 09 Jul 2026 | 01:08:16 | |
Who is Nena? – Nena is an holistic podiatrist and seasoned Healthcare professional with over 40 years of experience. Graduating in Foot Medicine; Podiatry & Chiropody. Her early NHS career was focused on treating people with complications of diabetes as a hospital Diabetic Foot Specialist. This involved a lot of wound care, dermatology, education and fighting to save limbs. With a love of life long learning and curiosity Nena trained and incorporated Reflexology, Emotional freedom Technique EFT, Herbal Medicine, Nutrition, Foot Mobilisation, Red light and laser therapies into her Suffolk practice. Nena is about to embark on a very exciting new journey by opening an Energy Enhancement System Centre, the first in East Anglia. What is my passion and why do this? I always have and always will want to help people. It is who I am. To help someone get out of pain and walk out of my clinic with a spring in their step or a smile is for me a moment of joy – Every time! It feels good to make someone’s day and the trust people place in me is humbling. It is also fun and people are interesting. I have a 94 year old chap who after his treatment often exclaims “Oh good! Now I can run amok!” I try to have balance in my work and life but it all tends to merge! Growing organic food, flowers and plants with which to make lotions, potions and teas make me very happy. I need to put my hands in the soil or my bare feet on the ground every day. Grounding really is a thing – back to physics and discharging positive ions! I make stained glass windows, travel to learn about art history and I go paddle boarding as often as possible in the warm weather. I also have 3 dogs 3 chickens and 3 grown up children. My very kind husband and co director of our company who keeps everything running smoothly while I go on my Campervan adventures. Nena talks aboutHow when one part of the body ‘goes wrong’ it affects other parts. We are all joined up. Treating the whole person, from the feet up or head down because the whole body walks. Always ask why? Diagnosis involves looking listening and hearing with the ears and the heart. The body talks and if we don’t listen we get sick. Sometimes a quick fix and symptoms can be suppressed and made to go away using all kinds of interventions but often for true healing to take place it takes time and the removal of the cause. Plants that grow around us are there for us to use. Natures pharmacy. Powerful free medicine! Garden weeds are awesome and full of goodness with amazing healing properties! Some good tips for feet. The EE System, healing for body mind and spirit. Nikola Tesla said ”If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration” Contact Nena – Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Violet Ray Devices with John (the violet ray guy) | 06 Jul 2026 | 01:04:45 | |
Violet Ray Devices: A Forgotten Invention of Nikola TeslaWho is John Drakeford (the violet ray guy)? Violet Ray Devices: A Forgotten Invention of Nikola Tesla. I’ve long admired Nikola Tesla, but until a few years ago I had no idea about one of the most curious legacies of his work: the violet ray device. Tesla is among the most prolific inventors in history. He pioneered alternating current, which powers our modern world, and contributed to early X-ray imaging, wireless communication, radio, and even visionary attempts at wireless global energy transmission with his Wardenclyffe Tower. Among his many inventions, Tesla’s high-frequency “resonance transformers” — better known today as Tesla coils — laid the foundation for a class of electrotherapy devices that became famous in the early 20th century: the violet ray. How the Violet Ray Works – At the heart of a violet ray machine is a Tesla coil, which generates a high-frequency, high-voltage, but low-current electrical discharge. This current is delivered through glass electrodes filled with inert gases, usually argon or neon. When electrified, the gas produces a glowing plasma discharge. With argon, the light appears violet — hence the name. The treatment involved placing the electrode directly on the skin or holding it slightly above, allowing a gentle spark to jump to the body. Users described the sensation as a mild tingling or warmth, often accompanied by a faint ozone smell. Rise of Electrotherapy In the early 1900s, electricity was seen as a force of wonder, mystery, and untapped potential. Naturopaths, alternative healers, and even mainstream doctors were fascinated by its possibilities. An article from 1900 captured the spirit of the era when Schaefer declared: “Nothing in modern science causes us so much amazement as electricity, the sovereign ruler of all.” Manufacturers quickly capitalized on this fascination. Violet ray machines were marketed as miracle devices, capable of treating hundreds of ailments. Advertisements claimed benefits for conditions ranging from arthritis, rheumatism, poor circulation, and nervous disorders to hair loss, skin conditions, digestive issues, cataracts, and even psychiatric illnesses. Some spiritual healers, including Edgar Cayce, even suggested they could aid in cases of “possession” or mental imbalance. Home-use kits were sold alongside professional medical models. The main difference was the number and variety of glass attachments, each shaped for a particular part of the body. The literature often listed more than 200 ailments the device supposedly treated, making it one of the most widely marketed health products of its time. Decline and Controversy Despite their popularity, violet ray devices faced increasing resistance from the mainstream medical establishment, which was becoming more tightly aligned with pharmaceutical-based treatments. By the 1930s and 40s, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration began cracking down on manufacturers for unverified medical claims. Court cases, fines, and stricter regulations led to their decline. By the late 20th century, only a handful of manufacturers remained, including Holo Electron in France and Tefra in Germany. Today, only Tefra continues to produce a version of the device, though modern units use solid-state circuitry and are generally marketed for cosmetic or relaxation purposes rather than medical claims. Many enthusiasts feel these modern versions lack the power and effectiveness of their vintage predecessors. A Personal Experience For me, the violet ray story isn’t just historical curiosity — it’s personal. Years ago, I underwent four surgeries on my right shoulder for repeated glenoid labrum tears. When I later injured my left shoulder, I dreaded the prospect of going under the knife again. Around that time, I discovered violet ray devices and bought a small vintage unit. After two weeks of daily treatments, my shoulder improved dramatically. The surgery I thought was inevitable was no longer necessary. That experience lit a spark in me — I’ve been collecting, restoring, and researching these devices ever since. Over time, I’ve heard countless testimonials of people finding relief from arthritis, cystitis, and other stubborn ailments using these old machines. While modern medicine doesn’t endorse such claims, it’s hard to ignore the passion and stories of those who’ve experienced benefits first hand. Legacy of the Violet Ray The violet ray is a fascinating intersection of science, invention, and culture. It represents an era when electricity was still seen as a mystical force, a time when inventors and healers believed it could transform health and human potential. Today, these devices live on as collector’s items, curiosities, and tools for enthusiasts like myself who continue to explore their possibilities. Whether one views them as genuine therapy, quirky pseudoscience, or simply a piece of Tesla’s incredible legacy, the violet ray stands as a testament to human curiosity and our search for healing in unconventional ways. John talks about:How Nikola Tesla’s Tesla coil technology led to the creation of the violet ray device. Why violet ray machines became hugely popular in the early 1900s as electric cure-all devices. Why the violet ray faded from mainstream medicine but still has a loyal following today. Contact JohnWebsite https://violetray.co.uk/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1566007327611920 Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Swing, Sourdough and other side gigs from a mother who 'isn't working' with Dawn Wong | 06 Jul 2026 | 01:03:34 | |
Who is Dawn Wong? Dawn, a mum who lives in Wimbledon. I gave up my professional career to take care of my children, but ending up working even harder in a variety of side gigs which were much more rewarding than my previous career and more community focussed, including Swing Dance, sourdough baking, craft classes for kids and comedy shows. Navigating life as a new mum and finding your identity after giving up your professional career. Taking on jobs and activities that keep you engaged, fulfilled and healthy. Carving out time for yourself and giving back to the community. Dawn talks about:
Contact Dawn Get her delicious bread in and around Wimbledon, London – DM Dawn on her Instagram https://www.instagram.com/swingloaf/ Come to her Swing Dance classes every Wednesday in Raynes Park, Lantern Arts Centre, London. https://www.lanternarts.org/swing-dance Dawn’s website https://www.swingstatelondon.com/ Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sue Carberry’s FREE astrology course: LEO and how it affects all star signs | 03 Jul 2026 | 01:01:49 | |
This is Astrology Central with Sue Carberry A FREE monthly astrology course for beginners or those looking to refresh their knowledge. SERIES 2: The 12 Signs And Houses In DepthThis episode is Lesson 5: LEO and how it affects all star signs The course includes a private WhatsApp Group where Sue guides you between the monthly Zoom calls. Sue guides you on how to read your chart and others. No prior experience is needed—just jump right in, don’t worry if you’ve missed classes – Sue will guide you from where you are. What is the course about? I’m thrilled to announce that Sue Carberry, a seasoned astrologer, is joining us at PainFree to teach all things astrology. This course is taught through LIVE group Zoom calls and supported by a WhatsApp group for continued learning and Q&A between classes. Who is Sue? Watch her interview here Sue Carberry brings 44 years of experience in astrology and New Age practices. She first discovered astrology at the age of 16 in Australia, under the mentorship of 80-year-old Gordon Ballard. This experience sparked her lifelong passion for astrology, along with crystals, chakras, yoga, and other spiritual practices. Sue’s specialist branches in astrology are psychological astrology and transits. Sue says, “Western astrology as seen in newspapers is just the beginning. I have a deep passion for astrology because it helped me understand myself and the lessons the universe was bringing to me. I’ve loved it ever since.” What will you learn in this FREE course?
On this second series Sue guides us through all 12 star signs and how they affect everyone, how to read your star chart and see each star sign in your chart, what that means for you. Sue is highly knowledgeable and passionate. If you’ve ever wanted to understand astrology better or learn how to read your own chart, this is the perfect opportunity. And it’s completely free! How to Join:
Get Sue’s personalized guidance during the live calls and in the accompanying WhatsApp group. For private 1:1 consultations, feel free to contact Sue here:
Sue’s usual rate is £90 per hour, but for course participants, she’s offering a special price of £70 per hour for the duration of the course. We look forward to having you join us and explore the fascinating world of astrology together! This course is hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Dowsing With Geoff Mitchell | 02 Jul 2026 | 00:05:02 | |
Who is Geoff C Mitchell? I’m chair at Waverley dowsers in Godalming, Surrey. I have been studying dowsing for some years now and am happy to get others to also pick up the dowsing ball and run with it. It is weird compared to conventional thought and upbringing and, as such, it does require your “suspension of disbelief”. It can get as complex as you care to make it, but there are simple benefits that one can acquire and work with, right from the start. I’ll attempt to explain this, but like everything we strive to become good at it does take time to make it a subconscious act. The important thing is that it is fun and, if entered into, with due care, will develop level headedness, as you get results. Geoff explains all:
Contact Geoff Mob: 07770898909 Email: geoffcmitchell@gmail.com British Dowsers https://britishdowsers.org Waverley Dowsers in Godalming, Surrey https://www.waverleydowsers.co.uk Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Tap into your Big Vision with Melanie Moore | 29 Jun 2026 | 01:03:55 | |
Who is Melanie Moore? Melanie Moore is an EFT practitioner, life coach, and creator of Transformational Neural Technique™ (TNT). Through her popular YouTube channel, online programmes, and membership community, she helps women release emotional blocks, build confidence, gain clarity, and create lives they truly love. After facing major crossroads in her own life, Melanie transformed personal challenges into opportunities for growth and is now passionate about helping others step into their next chapter with purpose, courage, and belief in themselves. Melanie talks about:In this inspiring and practical conversation, Melanie shares how EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), commonly known as tapping, can help release emotional stress, ease physical symptoms, shift limiting beliefs, and support personal transformation. We explore the connection between emotions and physical wellbeing, the power of mindset, and how tapping can help people gain clarity, confidence, and momentum towards their goals and dreams.
Contact Melanie Here’s my freebie https://melaniemoore.mykajabi.com/opt-in YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MelanieMooreEFT Website https://www.melaniemoore.co.uk/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iammelaniemoore Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sucseed Life With Helen Johnston | 29 Jun 2026 | 00:57:40 | |
Who is Helen Johnston? Helen Johnston is a Registered Nutritionist and the founder of SUCSEED, the functional seed and botanical superblend brand launched in 2025 to make everyday nutrition simple, powerful and genuinely enjoyable. With over two decades in media — editing leading food, lifestyle and wellness titles — Helen saw first-hand how time pressure, stress and ultra-processed convenience foods undermine even the best intentions. Determined to bridge the gap between knowing and doing, she created SUCSEED: expertly formulated blends of diverse seeds and targeted botanicals — Gut Health, Energy, Immunity and Focus — designed to support modern health in one simple daily sprinkle. Raised in a farming family, Helen has always believed in the power of real food. Her mission is to help people feel better through small, consistent upgrades — making functional nutrition effortless, accessible and delicious. Helen talks about:
Contact Helen – Website www.sucseed.life Instagram www.instagram.com/sucseed.life Use the PainFree Discount code ALTHEA20 Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Sue Carberry’s FREE astrology course: CANCER and how it affects all star signs | 25 Jun 2026 | 01:03:07 | |
This is Astrology Central with Sue Carberry A FREE monthly astrology course for beginners or those looking to refresh their knowledge. SERIES 2: The 12 Signs And Houses In DepthThis episode is Lesson 4: CANCER and how it affects all star signs The course includes a private WhatsApp Group where Sue guides you between the monthly Zoom calls. Sue guides you on how to read your chart and others. No prior experience is needed—just jump right in, don’t worry if you’ve missed classes – Sue will guide you from where you are. What is the course about? I’m thrilled to announce that Sue Carberry, a seasoned astrologer, is joining us at PainFree to teach all things astrology. This course is taught through LIVE group Zoom calls and supported by a WhatsApp group for continued learning and Q&A between classes. Who is Sue? Watch her interview here Sue Carberry brings 44 years of experience in astrology and New Age practices. She first discovered astrology at the age of 16 in Australia, under the mentorship of 80-year-old Gordon Ballard. This experience sparked her lifelong passion for astrology, along with crystals, chakras, yoga, and other spiritual practices. Sue’s specialist branches in astrology are psychological astrology and transits. Sue says, “Western astrology as seen in newspapers is just the beginning. I have a deep passion for astrology because it helped me understand myself and the lessons the universe was bringing to me. I’ve loved it ever since.” What will you learn in this FREE course?
On this second series Sue guides us through all 12 star signs and how they affect everyone, how to read your star chart and see each star sign in your chart, what that means for you. Sue is highly knowledgeable and passionate. If you’ve ever wanted to understand astrology better or learn how to read your own chart, this is the perfect opportunity. And it’s completely free! How to Join:
Get Sue’s personalized guidance during the live calls and in the accompanying WhatsApp group. For private 1:1 consultations, feel free to contact Sue here:
Sue’s usual rate is £90 per hour, but for course participants, she’s offering a special price of £70 per hour for the duration of the course. We look forward to having you join us and explore the fascinating world of astrology together! This course is hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Transforming Health And Wellbeing with Charlotte Palmer | 22 Jun 2026 | 00:58:09 | |
Who is Charlotte Palmer? Charlotte Palmer is a qualified adult educator with over 15 years in public speaking and education and over 20 years’ experience in the natural health industry, with training in nutrition, diet, herbalism, research, journalism, teaching and public speaking and has delivered wellbeing and dietary guidance workshops to various groups around London and the UK. Groups including Parkinsons’ support groups, diabetic support groups, Enfield Centre for Natural Health, (run by Dr Tim Ridge) Enfield Carers, Mind in Haringey, Schools, parents’ groups and Arnica groups, Leytonstone BIPC and The Leytonstone Residents Association Festival and Professional Beauty at ExCell (invited back each year). Charlotte has a PGCE, originally studied with Barbara Wren at the College of Natural Nutrition and is now studying with CNM in London and worked as a feature writer for Women’ s Health, Cosmopolitan Magazine Prima and Naturopathy magazine and sometimes guest editor of Naturopathy Magazine. True Health Talks CIC was founded by Charlotte Palmer as a result of 2 decades of delivering grass roots evidence based talks out into the community and seeing a real need for diet and lifestyle education in the groups and events that she attended. True Health Talks CIC – Organizational Aims Mission Statement: To empower individuals and communities to make informed, evidence-based dietary choices that promote optimal health and wellbeing, free from commercial food industry influence. Core Aims 1. Educational Empowerment To deliver accessible, evidence-based health and nutrition education to the general public through engaging talks, workshops, and community outreach programs. 2. Independent Information Advocacy To provide unbiased nutritional guidance that challenges the influence of ultra-processed food marketing and corporate interests that prioritize profit over public health. 3. Metabolic Health Prevention To interrupt the pathway to metabolic syndrome and related chronic diseases by equipping people with the knowledge and tools needed to make healthier dietary choices. 4. Community Health Transformation To create sustainable positive change in community health outcomes by fostering informed decision-making around food choices and lifestyle habits. 5. Evidence-Based Practice To ensure all educational content is grounded in current scientific research and best practices in nutrition and health sciences, regularly updated to reflect emerging evidence. 6. Accessible Health Education To make quality health information available to diverse populations regardless of socioeconomic background, breaking down barriers to nutritional literacy. Vision A society where every individual has access to honest, science-based nutritional information enabling them to achieve their optimal health potential, free from the misleading influence of processed food marketing. Charlotte talks about:
Contact Charlotte – True Health Talks CIC www.truehealthtalks.co.uk Email: info@truehealthtalks.co.uk Mobile: 07917 830316 Instagram truehealthtalkscic Instagram foodspecialisttruehealthtalks
There is an 10% discount on all Seagreens using this link https://seagreens.shop/go/truehealthtalks (THT10 is the code ) This is a video I did about the seagreens https://youtu.be/WFNzx2N0-EE?si=nhEe3GjeiXGCpG31 And I offer 20% discount on all my services, I do corporate talks and personal coaching and of course health guidance. Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Energy Moves with Fiona Winter | 18 Jun 2026 | 00:57:06 | |
Who is Fiona Winter? – Somatic Movement Educator, Embodied Facilitator and Coach. I have been facilitating, mentoring, coaching and training others for over 40 years. I specialise in holistic health and well being, movement and body awareness, personal development…..and having fun! Whenever I work with people either as individuals or a group, I start with where they are currently ‘at’ and focus on “what’s possible now and where can it lead to from here”. By combining music with natural movement, I offer the opportunity of both relaxation and invigoration. I aim to bring a creative, fun, yet grounded approach to everything I offer. I currently offer online classes for participants with MS, as well as online open Energy Moves classes. In person sessions are outdoors in Nature: Move in Nature and Dancing in the Dark for every Full Moon, as well as bespoke sessions for events, gatherings, festivals and projects. I work closely with Arts & Health and Mental health organisations. In the podcast Fiona shares:
*In the podcast try out some movements with Fiona that can be done seated or standing. Contact Fiona:Mob: 07810 754964 *Fiona is considering setting up a seated Energy Moves class (with standing options) online with options to participate both ‘live’ and with recordings. Please contact her if this is of interest. Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Health Retreats For Chronic Illness With Sally Beck | 15 Jun 2026 | 01:02:16 | |
Who is Sally Beck? Sally is a freelance national newspaper journalist, author and ghostwriter. Only one British newspaper has escaped her byline – The Guardian. Health is a driving interest. She has commissioned and edited alternative health books and in 2022 and 2023 organised two doctors’ conferences with dissenting medical experts. From the start of the pandemic, she questioned whether issues — including vaccine injury and regulatory oversight — were properly examined. While mainstream titles declined to pursue that perspective, The Conservative Woman has published around 170 of her articles. More recently, the Daily Mail has published two of her investigations into vaccine injury. Sally talks about:I’m really keen to discuss health retreats that address serious chronic health issues. I’ve launched two retreats in Zanzibar, Deep Reset & Restore which is a clinical hypnotherapy retreat to address chronic stress, burnout, and living in survival mode. And Thyroid Wellness. Thyroid patients rarely get holistic care which means an endless round of specialist appointments, no discussion about nutrition or supplementation or the psychological drivers of thyroid dysfunction, or what to do if you don’t want to take the meds. The Thyroid Wellness retreat is suitable even if you’ve had your thyroid removed or partly removed or if you’ve developed a goitre. Here are brief details: Deep Reset & Restore,focuses on the physiological imprint of chronic stress—working with the nervous system at a foundational level. Over nine restorative days, you’ll step away from the noise of everyday life and begin to recognise the survival patterns—fight, flight, freeze, and fawn—that keep the body hypervigilant, depleted or shutdown. With expert guidance, this work becomes less about managing stress, and more about gently retraining your system towards safety, regulation, and a more sustainable energy. Our ten-day Thyroid Wellness Retreattakes a deeper approach to thyroid health by recognising that thyroid dysfunction is rarely the beginning of the story. In our experience, chronic stress is one of the most significant drivers of thyroid imbalance, and meaningful, lasting improvement is difficult to achieve without addressing the underlying stress burden on the body. The thyroid is often the final signal, not the first signal, that something is wrong. Symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, brain fog, low mood, and hormonal disruption can reflect deeper imbalances that have developed over time. Rather than focusing solely on the thyroid itself, our holistic approach combines advanced biofeedback diagnostics with personalised care to identify potential root causes, reduce stress, and support the body’s natural capacity to heal. Contact Sally:Website purehealthzanzibar.com Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||
| Grief As A Portal Of Deep Healing with Mani Hirani | 15 Jun 2026 | 00:56:43 | |
Who is Mani Hirani? Mani Hirani is the founder of The Veda Soul Company and a ceremonial guide who weaves cacao, sound, and sacred grid work to support deep inner alignment. After more than two decades in investment banking, Mani followed a calling toward healing and creative expression, training in cognitive hypnotherapy, shamanic energy healing, and vocal transmission. Her work invites people into embodied connection with their true essence through ceremony, art, and sacred space. A theme that has become central to my work is grief as a portal for healing. This comes from my own lived experience, where grief has been one of my greatest teachers. Often grief is something people around us don’t quite know how to hold, so we can feel pressure to rush through it or move away from it altogether. Yet when we allow it the space it asks for, grief can open a doorway to deep healing and transformation. Through ceremony, cacao, voice, and sacred space, I now support others in gently meeting those tender places within themselves. When grief is met with presence, compassion, and sacred space, it can become a powerful portal back to the heart. Mani talks about:
Contact Mani Website www.thevedasoulcompany.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VedaSoulCompany X https://x.com/vedasoulcompany YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@vedasoul Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vedasoulcompany Courses or programs – https://thevedasoulcompany.com/chakric-voyage Ceremonies – https://thevedasoulcompany.com/cacao-ceremonies Free resources – https://thevedasoulcompany.com/free-resources Talks are hosted by Althea Finch at The PainFree Method, how to be pain free by tuning into you. Find out more here: https://painfreedom.co.uk *Join us live on the next podcast here, talk to your favourite guests https://painfreedom.co.uk/the-positive-future-for-health-podcast/ To apply to give an interview, talk or workshop, email me here at althea@painfreedom.co.uk Connect here: | |||