The Life of Bryony
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Ever feel like life is just a bit... much? You’re not alone, and Bryony Gordon is here to prove it.Welcome to The Life of Bryony, the podcast that ditches the shame and dives headfirst into life’s messier bits.Each week, Bryony takes you on a refreshingly honest journey through the ups, downs, and WTFs of everyday life, joined by experts, friends, and sometimes even YOU.Whether it's laughing through awkward encounters, tackling taboos, or sharing confessions, this is your go-to space for real talk and all things mental health. Think of it as your weekly dose of ther...
41. Tuppence Middleton: The Dark Truth About OCD & Fear That Controlled Her Life
Welcome to The Life of Bryony Where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: TUPPENCE MIDDLETONThis week, I’m joined by Tuppence Middleton—actor and author of Scorpions. In her book, Tuppence explores her lifelong experience with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and emetophobia (a debilitating fear of vomiting).We discuss how OCD isn’t just about cleanliness or order—it’s about fear, control, and mental gymnastics that can take over your life. Tuppence o
40. The Life of YOU: Why You Cancel Plans Last Minute – The Hidden Cost of Anxiety
Welcome to The Life of YOU! The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments.Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Alexandra Shaker, psychologist, researcher, and author of The Narrowing, for an insightful Q&A on anxiety, mental health, and breaking the cycle of overthinking.Today:💬 Simon struggles with anxiety making him socially withdrawn—cancelling plans, avoiding messages, and feeling guilty.💔 Niamh can’t stop seeking reassurance in relati
39. Why You’re Not a Mad Woman – and Why Everything You Know About Anxiety Is Wrong
Welcome to The Life of Bryony Where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: DR ALEXANDRA SHAKERThis week, I’m joined by Dr Alexandra Shaker—psychologist, researcher, and author of The Narrowing. Alexandra’s work rethinks our understanding of anxiety, not as a weakness, but as a strength—something we can learn from rather than fight against. We discuss how anxiety manifests in the body, why quick fixes don’t work, and how we can reframe our relationship wit
38. The Life of YOU: Is Monogamy for Everyone?
Welcome to The Life of YOU! The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments.Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Ruby Rare, sex educator and author of The Non-Monogamy Playbook, for a candid Q&A session on love, relationships, and exploring non-monogamy with confidence.Today:💬 Jealous Jo wonders how people in open relationships find the time for it all.💔 Ben fears his monogamous relationship is at risk as his partner considers opening things up
37. Could Opening Your Relationship Make It Stronger? Ruby Rare on Non-Monogamy & Modern Love
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: RUBY RAREThis week, I’m joined by Ruby Rare—sex educator, speaker, and author of The Non-Monogamy Playbook. Ruby is on a mission to help people explore and embrace their sexuality without shame, offering a refreshingly open and non-judgmental perspective on relationships, intimacy, and pleasure.LET’S STAY IN TOUCH🗣️ Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512
36. The Life of YOU: TikTok, Teens, and Mental Health
Welcome to The Life of YOU, the bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments. In this bonus episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Christie Watson and Rowan Egberongbe, co-authors of No Filters, for a candid Q&A session.Today:Sarah’s struggle with her 14-year-old son’s TikTok obsession and Fiona’s son is paralysed by climate anxiety WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣️ Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start
35. The Youth Mental Health Crisis: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments.MY GUESTS THIS WEEK: CHRISTIE WATSON AND ROWAN EGBERONGBEThis week, I’m joined by Christie Watson—former NHS nurse, bestselling author, and professor—and her daughter, Rowan Egberongbe. Together, they’ve co-written No Filters, a deeply personal and poignant exploration of Rowan’s mental health crisis during her teenage years. Their story is one of unconditional love, resilience, and finding connectio
34. The Life of YOU: How to Break the Anxiety-Alcohol Cycle with Millie Mackintosh
Welcome to The Life of YOU, the bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments. In this special episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Millie Mackintosh for an honest Q&A session.Today: • Adam’s struggle with anxiety and alcohol as a social crutch: how to break the cycle and find confidence. • Amara’s challenges with comparison and imperfect parenting: how to embrace your own rhythm and let go of guilt. • Advice for a listener worried about addressi
33. Bad Drunk: Millie Mackintosh on Sobriety, Motherhood, and Healing
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messy, beautiful, and challenging moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: MILLIE MACKINTOSHThis week, I’m joined by Millie Mackintosh—author, former Made in Chelsea star, and advocate for sobriety. Millie opens up about her journey to living alcohol-free and the immense joy and clarity she’s found on the other side of addiction. Her book 'Bad Drunk: How I Found My Freedom from Alcohol and You Can Too' is out now.In this episode: • The pressures of early
32: The Life of YOU: Redefine Success with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments.In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Dr Rangan Chatterjee, physician, author, and advocate for lasting change.Together, we explore how small, intentional steps can help you make meaningful life changes, redefine success, and embrace rest as an essential part of living well.Today: • How can embracing failure help you thrive? • Why is rest not just for your body but also for your mind and heart? • How do you redefine succe
31: ‘Stop Fixing Symptoms—Start Understanding Yourself’ with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
Welcome to The Life of Bryony. Where we explore life’s messier moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: DR RANGAN CHATTERJEEThis week, I’m joined by the incredible Dr Rangan Chatterjee— bestselling author and host of the Feel Better, Live More podcast.Dr Chatterjee shares his wisdom on how to create meaningful and lasting change without falling into the trap of quick fixes or guilt-driven resolutions. His new book, Make Change That Lasts, is packed with practical tools for breaking free from unhelpful habits
30: The Life of YOU: Pelvic Pain, Parenting, and Periods - A Guide to Taking Control of Hormonal Health
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments.In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Eleanor Morgan, psychotherapist, journalist, and author of Hormonal. Together, we delve into the profound impact of hormonal health on mental and physical wellbeing, addressing common challenges faced by listeners.Today:
Rachel is seeking advice on how to advocate for proper medical care when her symptoms are being dismissed.
Lucy wants to know the best way to support her teenage daug
29: "Be Curious About Yourself" Eleanor Morgan on How Understanding Your Hormones Can Change Your Life
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: ELEANOR MORGANThis week, I’m joined by the brilliant Eleanor Morgan—psychotherapist, journalist, and author of Hormonal: A Conversation About Women’s Bodies, Mental Health, and Why We Need to Be Heard.Eleanor shares her insights into the connection between hormones and mental health, tackling the stigma and systemic barriers women face in healthcare. Together, we explore why understanding our bodies is ess
The Life of YOU: The Truth About Christmas: Alcohol, Overspending, and Surviving the Season
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we tackle life’s trickiest moments with a mix of humour, heart, and honesty.In this festive bonus episode, Bryony Gordon is joined by her family—Jane, Jack, and Rufus Gordon—for a hilarious and heartfelt dive into your Christmas dilemmas. From glitter explosions to booze etiquette, the Gordons bring their unique mix of wisdom and wit to help you navigate the holiday season.Today’s Christmas dilemmas include:🎄 How to handle a dad who’s taken his Christmas dec
A Very Gordon Christmas!
🎄 Welcome to The Life of Bryony – the podcast that explores life’s messier moments.MY GUESTS THIS WEEK: MY FAMILYThis week, I’m joined by my family for a festive special. That’s right, I’ve interviewed film stars, royalty, and Spice Girls, but nothing compares to sitting down with my mum, dad, and brother to unpack the beautiful chaos of Christmas.We talk about what makes this time of year both magical and stressful—family dynamics, the pressure to create the ‘perfect’ holiday, and the reality
26: The Life of YOU: The Truth About Addiction and What It Takes to Heal with Matt Willis
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments.In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Matt Willis, musician, actor, and advocate for recovery, alongside Nav Dhesi, a recovery mentor. Together, we discuss the raw and honest realities of addiction and recovery, offering advice, hope, and insight for anyone on this journey or supporting someone who is.Today:
How do you reach out for help when shame and embarrassment are holding you back?
What are the practical steps for m
25: Matt Willis: How Connection and Compassion Helped Him to Reclaim His Life
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: MATT WILLISThis week, I’m joined by the incredible Matt Willis—singer, actor, and passionate recovery advocate. You may know him as part of the band Busted, but Matt’s story goes far beyond the music. He shares his raw and honest journey with addiction, relapse, and recovery, offering invaluable insights for anyone facing their own struggles.We talk about the stigma surrounding addiction, the challenges of
24: The Life of YOU: How to Break the Binge Cycle with Jess Griffiths
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments.In this bonus episode, I’m joined by Jess Griffiths, an experienced eating disorder therapist and advocate for compassionate recovery. Together, we explore the often-overlooked challenges of disordered eating and how to find balance in a world obsessed with diet culture.Today:
Allison is trapped in a binge-eating cycle and asks, “What are the first steps to breaking free?”
Mark seeks advice after a disheartening visit to his
23: Binge Eating: The Most Common Eating Disorder No One Talks About
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.MY GUEST THIS WEEK: JESS GRIFFITHSThis week, I’m joined by the brilliant Jess Griffiths, an eating disorder expert who brings both personal and professional insights to our chat. We talk about the challenges of recovery, how self-compassion plays a key role, and why hope is always possible—even when it feels like the hardest thing to hold on to.Jess and I touch on the pressures of perfectionism, the importance of being kind t
22: The Life of YOU: 'There’s so much anti-fat bias in healthcare,' with Laura Adlington
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments with honesty and humour. In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Laura Adlington, beloved Great British Bake Off finalist and advocate for body acceptance and mental health.Today, Laura helps listeners navigate a series of deeply personal dilemmas:
Becky feels "stitched up" as a bridesmaid dealing with a non-inclusive boutique.
Priya’s struggling with body confidence and fears around intimacy after ghosting experiences.
And
21: Laura Adlington: Body Confidence, Bake Off Fame, and Overcoming Diet Culture
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.GUEST: LAURA ADLINGTONBryony Gordon sits down with Great British Bake Off alum and advocate Laura Adlington to discuss body image, self-acceptance, and living life unapologetically. Laura shares her journey from struggling with diet culture and disordered eating to becoming a vocal champion for body neutrality and inclusivity.She talks openly about the challenges of existing in a society that prioritises appearance over healt
20: The Life of YOU: What Really Happens When We Die? A Palliative Expert's Insights
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments with honesty and humour. In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kathryn Mannix, a palliative care expert with over 30 years of experience, to address some deeply personal and important listener questions about death, grief, and end-of-life care.Follow Kathryn on TwitterFind her book, With the End in MindWE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOUDo you have a dilemma you need help with? Send it our way!🗣️ Text or voice note us at 077966
"He wasn’t choosing to shorten his life—he was choosing to shorten his death." Lottie Clarke on the Fight for Assisted Dying
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we tackle life’s toughest challenges head-on.GUEST: LOTTIE CLARKEIn this deeply moving episode, Bryony Gordon speaks with Lottie Clarke about her husband James’s devastating motor neurone disease diagnosis and his decision to travel to Switzerland for an assisted death. Lottie shares the emotional toll of supporting James’s choice while navigating the complexities of family life, grief, and a system that left them feeling powerless.This is a powerful story of
The Life of YOU: "I've Been Given 15 Years to Live—And I Want Every Second to Count"
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where we tackle life’s toughest moments with honesty and humour. I’m joined by Abbey Feltham to answer some truly personal and challenging listener dilemmas.Follow Abi on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abi.feltham/?hl=en WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOUDo you have a dilemma you need help with? Send it our way!🗣️ Text or voice note us at 07796657512 (start your message with LOB)💬 WhatsApp Shortcut: Click Here📧 Or email us at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukSOME GREAT RES
"Every Time I Thought I’d Hit Rock Bottom, I Grabbed a Shovel and Kept Digging" Abi Feltham on Surviving Addiction, Loss, and Finding Strength in Sobriety
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.GUEST: ABI FELTHAMIn this deeply honest episode, Bryony Gordon sits down with content creator Abi Feltham to discuss her journey through alcoholism, sobriety, and a recent cancer diagnosis. Abi shares her experience of addiction, the impact of childhood trauma, and the challenges she faced as she moved from place to place, seeking to escape her inner struggles. She opens up about the moments that led her to sobriety and how s
The Life of YOU: "Can We Not Bitch About People on Here?" with Dawn O'Porter
It’s the Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we’re here to navigate them together (or at least not make them worse!). This time, I’m joined by the brilliant Dawn O’Porter, ready to dish out advice on your latest, most intriguing questions.Today…💬 Chat S**t, Get Blocked: Sarah’s patience with her WhatsApp group is running thin. 🛠️ The Unfinished Office: Paul can’t seem to do it himself. 💔 Lost Friendship: James feels like he’s been put on the subs bench.WE WANT TO HEAR FRO
'Life Doesn’t Come with a Handbook, but Friends Help': Dawn O'Porter on the Power of Female Friendship
Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we dig into life’s messiest moments.GUEST: DAWN O’PORTERIn this week’s episode, I’m joined by author Dawn O'Porter to discuss female friendship, navigating adulthood, and her latest novel, Honeybee. Dawn shares insights from her own life, including the challenges of motherhood, the unexpected strength found in friendships, and how we sometimes need a varied selection of friends to get us through the toughest times. Our conversation covers everything from the pres
The Life of YOU: "If He Has a Big Penis, He Probably Knows About It!" with Helen Flanagan
It’s the Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we’re here to navigate them together (or at least not make them worse!). This time, I’m joined by the fantastic Helen Flanagan, diving into your latest, juiciest questions.Today…🍆 Penny’s 'Sizeable' Situation: Penny is smitten, but her new partner’s ahem attributes are proving a little overwhelming. Can she find a way to communicate her concerns without hurting his feelings?🩸 Crampy Cathy’s Period Predicament: Cathy’s housemate R
"I Needed Someone Good for Me Mentally and Emotionally." Mental Health Check-In with Helen Flanagan
Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we explore life’s messier moments.GUEST: HELEN FLANAGANIn this week’s episode, I’m joined by actress Helen Flanagan for an honest mental health check-in, where we talk about her struggles with OCD, navigating motherhood, and finding peace after toxic relationships. Helen opens up about living with intrusive thoughts, the weight of “pure OCD,” and how it impacted her self-worth and sense of identity, especially post-pregnancy. She also shares candid insights into
The Life of YOU: Stop Being a People-Pleaser and Start Asking for What You Want!
It’s the Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we try our best to solve them (or at least not make things worse!). In this bonus episode, I’m joined by the amazing Anna Mathur, returning to help me tackle your latest concerns.Today…📉 Fiona can’t account for her mother’s bad behaviour. How can she manage her mother’s dismissiveness and stand up for herself without causing family drama?🎉 Amara is on the verge of 40 and doesn’t feel like it’s a party. How can she find a sense of
"It Changed My Life. I Couldn’t Carry On Living, Giving Myself Away Like an Endless Resource": Anna Mathur on Good Girl Syndrome and People-Pleasing
Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we dive into life’s messier moments.GUEST: ANNA MATHUR:In this week’s episode, I’m joined by psychotherapist Anna Mathur, who discusses the debilitating effects of "Good Girl Syndrome." We chat about the pressures women face to please others, the emotional toll it takes, and the internal conflict of suppressing one's true self for the sake of being liked. Anna shares her own experiences, from people-pleasing to burnout, and the journey toward setting boundaries a
The Life of YOU: "Should I Have Kids If I Have OCD?"
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where your questions take centre stage, and we try our best to help.In this bonus episode, I'm joined by the wonderful Kimberley Nixon as we tackle your most pressing concerns. We’re also marking OCD Awareness Week with a special focus on mental health and OCD.Today…🔴Jane’s 17-year-old son is struggling with OCD and has been waiting for CBT treatment. How can she support him in the meantime? 🔴Charlie is terrified that his OCD will impact his ability to be a good par
“I was so ashamed that these thoughts would even occur to me”: Kimberley Nixon on OCD
Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we dive into life’s messier moments.GUEST: KIMBERLEY NIXON:This week, I’m joined by Kimberley Nixon, who shares her deeply personal and raw journey through postnatal obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) after the birth of her son. Kimberley opens up about the terrifying intrusive thoughts, the overwhelming sense of responsibility, and how her experience of postnatal OCD has shaped her as a mother. Her honesty sheds light on a condition many suffer from but few spe
The Life of YOU: "My Boyfriend Wants Me to Shave His Chest… Now I’m Freaking Out!"
It’s the Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we try our best to solve them (or at least not make things worse!). In this bonus episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Lottie Tomlinson as we tackle your latest concerns.Today…✂️ Rachel is feeling the pressure of dating a “pretty boy” and wonders how to handle her own body insecurities. Can she stop overthinking it before it spirals out of control?🌸 Anna is grappling with grief and asks for advice on remembering her mother without
“I Never Thought I’d Be Happy Ever Again in My Life”: Lottie Tomlinson on Accepting Grief
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, where we dive into life’s messier moments.GUEST: LOTTIE TOMLINSONThis week, I’m joined by Lottie Tomlinson, who shares her deeply personal journey through grief after losing both her mother and sister. At just 26, Lottie opens up about the emotional toll of such profound loss and how she’s managed to find strength in the most difficult times. Her new book Lucky Girl is out now.GET IN TOUCH🗣️ If you want to get in touch, I’m only a text or a voice note away! Send y
The Life of YOU: Could a Dog Change Your Family FOREVER?
Welcome to Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we try our best to solve them (or at least not make things worse!). In this bonus episode, I'm joined by the wonderful James Middleton as we dive into your most pressing concerns.Today… 📈 Emma’s career in finance is just not adding up – should she trade spreadsheets for sketchpads?😫 Jessica’s on the night shift, and not by choice – will she ever get a full 8 hours?🐕 And it’s a family affair – will my 11-year-old daughter conv
Can Animals Transform Your Mental Health?
Welcome to Life of Bryony, where we dive into life’s messier moments. GUEST: JAMES MIDDLETONThis week, I’m joined by James Middleton and his Cocker Spaniel, Inca. In this heartfelt episode, James opens up about his mental health journey and how his dog, Ella, helped him through his darkest days.GET IN TOUCH🗣️ If you want to get in touch, I’m only a text or a voice note away! Send your message to 07796657512, starting with LOB.💬 WhatsApp Shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512📧 Or email us at lif
The Life of YOU: Can we say 'NO!' without feeling guilty?
Welcome to Life of YOU, where your dilemmas take centre stage, and we try our best to solve them (or at least not make things worse!). In this bonus episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Matt Haig as we dive into your most pressing concerns.WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOUYou know what they say: a problem shared is a problem… halved?! Get in touch!🗣️ Send a text or voice note to 07796657512 and start your message with LOB💬 WhatsApp Shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512📧 You can also email me at: lifeof
Can You Overcome Intense Feelings of Guilt? with Matt Haig
Welcome to The Life of Bryony, the podcast where we dive headfirst into life’s messier bits.GUEST: MATT HAIGIn today’s episode, I’m joined by the marvellous Matt Haig! Matt has written so beautifully about the fragility of mental health and how we can find resilience in the darkest of places. He opens up about revisiting locations in his life that once held so much pain and how reclaiming those spaces has been a healing journey for him.📚 Matt’s latest book, The Life Impossible, is a must-read a
The Life of YOU: Can Running Solve ALL Your Problems?
Welcome to The Life of YOU, where you share your dilemmas and we try our best not to make things worse. In this bonus episode, I’m joined by the amazing Adele Roberts (yes, she's back!) as we tackle your life’s most pressing issues.In this episode, we hear from Sarah, who's battling the body wash blues (yes, that's a thing), Samantha, who's going all out with the filters, and Rosie, a mum trying to run her way to inner peace...WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOUYou know what they say about a problem shared
Can You Learn To Love Your Body? With Adele Roberts
Welcome to the very first episode of Life of Bryony, the podcast where we dive headfirst into life’s messier bits and skip the shame. Today’s all about bodies—the bits we love, hate, and everything in between.GUEST: ADELE ROBERTSI'm joined by the incredible Adele Roberts, a woman who not only survived bowel cancer but ran a world record marathon with a stoma. She’s here to talk about body acceptance, breaking records, and how she came out the other side stronger (and faster!) than ever.📚Adele’s
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Launching on 16th September, say hello to The Life of Bryony, the podcast that ditches the shame and dives headfirst into life’s messier bits.Each week, Bryony takes you on a refreshingly honest journey through the ups, downs, and WTFs of everyday life, joined by experts, friends, and sometimes even YOU.Whether it's laughing through awkward encounters, tackling taboos, or sharing confessions, this is your go-to space for real talk and all things mental health. Think of it as your weekly dose of