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Beyond the Limits20. Culture, High Performance, and AI - with Dr Robbie LloydHow do we achieve high performance? And how best do we share knowledge and experience? From freezing in the face of major trauma in South Africa to soaring over Sydney in a helicopter, Dr Robbie Lloyd is an Emergency Medicine Consultant passionate about the pursuit of high performance. In this episode we explore his passion project - Coffee and Cases - and disagree, without a huge amount of expertise, over the benefits of AI.https://robertlloyd.substack.com/Book Recommendation: Co-Intelligence...2025-07-2336 minBeyond the Limits19. The Tooth, The Whole Tooth - Dentistry with Dr Anni SeaborneGiven the general level of ignorance of the Beyond the Limits hosts when it comes to anything dentistry related, we're delighted (and relieved) to welcome Dr Anni Seaborne, Head of General Dentistry at Bupa, to shed some light on the topic.What whitening products are most effective? And can they be dangerous? What's the best type of toothbrush? And what about flossing? Anni tackles these questions (and more), Matt reveals he's got veneers, and together we stumble through some terrible puns in the intro.2025-07-0828 minBeyond the Limits18. VO2 Max : Fitness, Performance...and Longevity?VO2 Max is the reserve of the endurance athlete with the smart watch that's worth more than your car, right? Or is it more useful than that? Could this mysterious number may play a more important role, and provide a useful metric into your overall health. Matt (represented GB as a triathlete) and Mike (a slow 5km run every other week) compare notes.2025-06-1828 minBeyond the Limits17. Cancer Risks & Treatments with Dr Harry GasperEvery 2 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer. This week we're joined by Consultant Oncologist Dr Harry Gasper to explore developments in cancer care, raising rates of cancer in the young, and less traditional treatments promoted in some corners of the internet.We also look at the latest study postulating exercise as an effective means of reducing recurrence in bowel cancer, outlined in the article below:https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jun/01/exercise-better-than-drugs-after-cancer-treatment-international-trial-findsIf you've enjoyed this episode, please follow...2025-06-0523 minBeyond the Limits16. Psychedelic RetreatsWe've focused previously on the potential role of Psychedelics in Mental Health, but given the legal status in the UK it's difficult to explore the practicalities of psychedelic therapy.This is where Nigel Pedlingham comes in. Nigel is a plant medicine practitioner and psychedelic coach based in the Netherlands.What does a psychedelic experience look like? Does it work? And perhaps even more importantly, is it safe?If you would like to read more about Nigel's work, his website is https://www.psychedelicselfdiscovery.com/2025-05-2142 minBeyond the Limits15. Creatine: Brains and Gains?Creatine has always been the reserve of gym-lovers and body builders.Does it work? And are there risks?And does this inexpensive supplement potentially have a role in brain health?Mike and Matt investigate.2025-05-0126 minBeyond the Limits14. Get Better Sleep, with Dr David GarleyYou can sleep when you're dead, someone once famously said, but it would be nice to get some kip before then...Dr David Garley of the TheBetterSleepClinic comes on the show to explore the latest developments in sleep medicine, dispelling sleep myths, and giving some golden tips for better quality sleep. Are we all self-sabotaging a good nights sleep? Is wearable tech a positive or a detriment to good sleep? Do sleeping tablets work?Dr Garley can be found through their website: ...2025-04-1343 minBeyond the Limits11. Current Affairs with Dr Kultar Garcha : tDCS and depressionDepression is complex, and available treatments are limited and can cause significant side effects.tDCS is a novel treatment that involves stimulating brain cells with a small electrical current from the comfort of your own home.Is there any evidence that it works?Matt and Mike are joined by Dr Kultar Garcha, an NHS GP and global medical director at Flow Neuroscience, to find out more.More information on Flow can be found via their website https://www.flowneuroscience.com/Dr Garcha is on LinkedIn: linkedin...2025-04-1344 minBeyond the Limits12. Skin in the Game with Dr Ari Rafiq : The Truth and Myths behind Skincare & Beauty ProductsThere are thousands of products on the market claiming to transform your skin into that of a Hollywood Celebrity. But do any of these products work? And what myths persist when it comes to skincare?Matt and Mike are joined by Dr Ari Rafiq, a GP and a dermatologist to discuss serums, lasers, lotions, and so much more. 2025-04-1347 minBeyond the Limits13. Salt to the System : Is everything we know about salt wrong?Excess salt is bad for you, right? That’s what we’re told by the WHO, the NHS and every other 3-letter acronym’d medical organisation out there.But is this actually true?Supplement companies are claiming the opposite - and marketing salt supplements to ‘optimise our health outcomes’Mike and Matt investigate (and try their hand at debating), whilst trying to slip in some terrible salt-related puns.2025-04-0229 minBeyond the Limits10: Hair Loss Treatments - Root Causes, Bald Truths, and Mane ConcernsHair loss affects a huge number of men and women.Is it inevitable? Can anything be done to avoid it?And what about all the hair loss treatments advertised on TV and social media? Do any of them work? Mike and Matt explore all things hair related, whilst managing to squeeze three puns into the episode title...This is our 10th episode! Thanks to everyone who has listened2025-02-2832 minBeyond the Limits9: Vaping with Dr Marc Picot - No smoke without fire?A 2015 report from Public Health England claimed vaping is 95% safer than smoking. But with 7% of 11-17 year old's currently vaping, what do we know about the risks?Matt & Mike are joined by GP and vaping awareness campaigner Dr Marc Picot to explore the truth.2025-02-1725 minBeyond the Limits8. GLP-1s and the obesity crisis with Dr Sasha High - Is the weight almost over?26% of the UK population are living with obesity.Obesity is related to at least 13 types of cancer, and as of 2022 is estimated to cost the NHS £6.5 billion annually.Sasha High MD is a Canadian physician and obesity specialist and delivers a masterclass on obesity and the new class of medications changing the landscape for patients living with obesitySasha has her own brilliant podcast and can be found here:https://open.spotify.com/show/6kpWPxPL8s39xMBGmfZRpl?si=b338d7cd634b41a...2025-02-1241 minBeyond the Limits8: GLP-1s and the obesity crisis - Is the weight almost over?26% of the UK population are living with obesity.
Obesity is related to at least 13 types of cancer, and as of 2022 is estimated to cost the NHS £6.5 billion annually.
Matt and Mike are joined by Dr Sasha High MD, an obesity physician from Canada to discuss new medications, the condition in general, and hope for the future.
Want to hear more from Dr High? Check out her podcast High on Life https://open.spotify.com/show/6kpWPxPL8s39xMBGmfZRpl?si=1c83e5f6f4fb48832025-02-0241 minBeyond the Limits7: Natural Fertility Contraception with Dr Annie Forsythe : Rhythm & Clues?The number of women using hormonal contraception is falling. Meanwhile, Natural Fertility Contraception methods are seeing a surge in popularity.What's behind this shift? And does Natural Fertility Contraception work?Matt and Mike - helped in no small part by a hefty dose of nepotism - welcome a special guest to learn about this development, and explore the issues with contraception more generally.2025-01-2628 minBeyond the Limits6: Melatonin - Dream on?Melatonin is available in supermarkets in the USA. In the UK, it can only be initiated by specialist doctors.
So what's the deal? Is it the answer to poor sleep, jet lag, and even aging? 2025-01-1927 minBeyond the Limits5: Supplementary Opinions: Should we all be taking Multivitamins?Hospital admissions due to lack of vitamins and minerals are soaring, and adverts for vitamins and supplements are all over social media.
But what's the evidence for multivitamins?
Should we all be taking them every day?2025-01-0827 minBeyond the Limits4: Tape it or leave it?Mouth taping is being promoted all over social media, claiming to improve everything from Obstructive Sleep Apnoea to your sex life.
Are there any benefits?
Or is it symptomatic of an epidemic of health fads based on little to no scientific evidence?2024-12-2024 minBeyond the Limits3: Take the Plunge?Cold water swimming.
We all know someone who does it. But does it have any benefits? And are there are risks?2024-12-1326 minBeyond the Limits2: PSA - Yay or Nay?A lot of people are urging men to get their PSA checked, but this doesn't necessarily align with NHS advice.
What is the PSA test? And why isn't it used for screening of prostate cancer?2024-12-1338 minBeyond the Limits1: 'Shroom for Improvement?Magic Mushrooms have long been the preserve of the hippie culture, but could they have a role in the treatment of mental health disorders? Or will the quest for increased productivity lead to a culture of 'micro-dosing'?2024-12-1337 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 035 – Raising Arizona This week on Total Movie Recall, Steve and Ryan stare into the eyes of a childless middle age and watch 1987’s Raising Arizona. Steve has a good laugh watching what he sees as a silly, light comedy and Ryan is gripped by yet another existential crisis watching a moving meditation on fatherhood, adulthood, leaving the reckless ways of youth behind, the crushing weight of responsibility, and conquering your demons. Oh to have the weightless, carefree, burdenless mirth that Steve enjoys! We should all be so lucky. Raising Arizona (1987) writers/directors: Joel Coen, Ethan Coe...2020-08-2400 min