Right Up My Podcast

We talk to somatic sex therapist, Susan Taylor, about how to build intimacy and connection with our partners, and for it to feel easy, fun and mutually fulfilling.

Susan has a background in counselling and is a clinical trauma professional. She also brings experience in holistic healing, somatic embodiment practices, spiritual teaching and intuitive healing into her practise.

To find out more about Susan's work, both online and ...

We’re digging up another listener favourite! Behavioural Change Specialist Shahroo Izadi joined us for a brilliant conversation on how to break unhelpful habits—and build sparkly new ones that actually stick.

Shahroo Izadi is a Behavioural Change Specialist whose compassionate approach is shaped by her work with people overcoming addiction. Named Thought Leader of the Year at the House of Lords’ Baton Awards, she’s also been hailed ...

Gwen & Kate chat about manifestation – is Kate finally a convert?? Walking cats and picking blueberries bra-less while dressed like Florence and the Machine. And Gwen opens up about her personal foray into anti-depressants, with potentially life-saving inside advice from a doctor friend, plus we talk orgasms! 

Plus, listener shout-outs and Kate's obsession with Tim Key continues with her reading out one of his LA poems repl...

It's time to delve way back into the archives from our very first season nearly five years ago. Carrying on our outdoor theme, this week we're Earthing.

Come on a journey of discovery into the world of Grounding, aka Earthing. 

It turns out there is a reason why it feels so good to be barefoot, whether that's on the beach or in the grass – something so simple that we humans have been doing forever, although less so in ...

We've all heard that sleep is a key pillar of our health, and yet so many of us still struggle to get the right number of Zzzzs at night. We talk to author of '365 Happy Bedtime Mantras ', Shannon Kaiser, all about the five pillars of getting a good night's sleep and how spiritual and emotional preparation is just as important for good rest as our environment.

After years of suffering from brain fog, chronic pain...

In this week's itty bitty episode, Gwen & Kate talk about the awesomeness of FRIENDS helping when you're in need. 2nd hand ear cleaner-cameras, and whether they could be used elsewhere?? Giving away 'potentially useful stuff' via Whatsapp and why everyone should do it. And Kate shares with us an utterly brilliant and bonkers list of ways to get tasks done by our neuro-spicy brethren. Genius! Plus your listen...

Did you know that spending time in the woods is really bloody good for you??

This mind-blowing chat with eco-therapist Stefan Batorijs shines a light on both the physical and psychological health benefits of spending time in the forest. We explore the Japanese art of Shinrin Yoku, which translates as 'Forest Bathing', and disappear into the woods ourselves, discovering some surprising truths about how our bodies and minds ...

It's the 30th RUMPette and the 100th episode of Right Up My Podcast! Whoop whoop! Gwen & Kate talk about the restorative joy and importance of hanging out with your 'safe people'; Gwen's sexy husky direct debit voice; gently naughty daytime drinking sessions, whether a Bloody Mary is one of your 5 a day; Gabor Maté on authenticity and the No. 1 regret of people on their death beds. Plus listener shout-outs!

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In this special episode we talk to Jen Grange from Lakeland Wellbeing about the ancient ritual of firewalking, and how it can be used today as a tool for personal transformation, empowerment and healing. 

But wait, there's more – we also share with you Gwen and Kate's own firewalking experience, raising funds for the charity Temwa. As well as sharing our experiences of walking the hot coals, we also hear from our fellow fi...

In this week's mini-one, we chat how premature camping can lead to windburn and regret; whether Kate is a BRAVE or a Karen to approach neighbouring campsite ravers with their BIG BOOMING BASS; 5 simple moves to help you (apparently) live to 100years old; the benefits of doing something different and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone from live radio to building sites! 

Plus listener shoutouts! And a little chat with list...

As the season brightens and the water beckons, this week we dive back into our most popular episode yet – all about the vast benefits of cold water swimming.

We chat to cold water swimming expert, Rowan Clarke, about everything you wanted to know about the health benefits of cold water swimming, both mental and physical. Plus a ton of essential practical information to guide would-be cold water swimmers through their first forays in...

In this week's titchy-sode, Gwen & Kate chat about the wonders of getting into your body and out of your heads/off your screens. The joys of going to bed with a tired body, crappy radio segues – could Ed Sheran's luscious locks make you buy shampoo? And how Gwen made actual Greg Davies laugh, but will need to arm wrestle Kate to marry him. 

Plus the alarming symptoms of oestrogen dominance – has your doctor been subscr...

It's the RUMP Rewind! Where we delve into the back catalogue and whip out an old fave that we think needs a re-airing today. Kate's chosen to re-explore the vast benefits of meditation on our brain and lives.

Sara Lazar joined us on Ep.43 to talk about what's actually happening in our brains when we meditate. We're all told it's good for us, but we want to find out why.

Sara is an Assistant Professo...

In this week's bite-sized episode, Gwen & Kate discuss the practicalities of Mel Robbins' "Let Them" Theory and try it out on their partners to varying levels of success! They try out some previous episodes to make themselves feel good, including microdosing, grounding and forest bathing (all at once) and give some top tips when moving house! 

We want to know if you've tried the Let Them theory and if it...

It’s time for the RUMP Rewind! We dig into the archives each week and dust off a golden oldie for your listening pleasure. This time, Gwen’s picked a mind-expanding episode all about microdosing psychedelics – tune in and take a trip down memory lane!

We talk to Dr Pamela Kryskow about the research she and her team are doing into the use of psychedelic drugs in the treatment of PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction and much more.

In this week's mini pod-sode, Gwen and Kate talk about the amazing impact of women's circles, the importance of rituals and rites of passage, the life-changing power of mindset that sees Kate climb a mountain like Spiderman and both walk over hot coals without feeling a thing, and why we all need a hype-man in our lives!

Sponsor Gwen & Kate on their firewalk and raise funds for Temwa helping communities in Northern Mal...

It's the RUMP Rewind! Where we delve into the back catalogue to bring out our fave golden oldies. This week Kate's chosen a listener fave, all about creating a remarkable life.

We talked to Nic Devlin & Danielle Macleod about stepping out of warrior and victim mode and instead playing to create a life that brings you joy.

Get your pens ready, as this bumper episode is chock-full of top tips, quotes + ideas to ...

In this mini-sode, Gwen & Kate chat Chelsea Handler, Deepak Chopra and Yung Pueblo; meditation, ayurveda, and fire-walking. Kate's done a survey and prescribed herself some yoga + hot oil massage, and Gwen bangs on and on about her FASCINATING visit to a real life Victorian town.

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Join us for a firewalk for a good cause! Raising funds for Temwa and Aid Box Community. 6:30pm Tue...

It's the RUMP Rewind! We’re diving into the archives to bring you some of our all-time favourite episodes. Each week, Gwen and Kate take turns picking an old fave and sharing why it made the cut.

In Ep.27, we chatted to actor, conscious DJ and breathwork facilitator Luisa Bradshaw-White, live at The Big Retreat Festival. Best known for her roles in This Life, Eastenders, Bad Girls and Holby City, Luisa talks to us about one of ...