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We Are CarbonDiverse Community Ecosystems - Jordy Johnson [&Soul]I was thrilled to be able to chat with Jordy Johnson during an unexpected visit I took to &Soul Southall earlier this year. Jordy is the head of community for &Soul who describe their West London community hub as an entire village in a building; a place where they are reimagining urban existence.It was wonderful to immerse in this very unique environment and I was thrilled to be able to chat with Jordy whilst there so I could share his insights with you all.Jordy brings a very heart centred, nature connected approach to...2025-06-1939 min
Hart & Hustle PodcastHow Helen Johnson Turned Getting Lost Into a 30-Year Healthcare Leadership JourneyIn this episode of Hart and Hustle, we sit down with Helen Johnson, CEO of Helen Newberry Joy Hospital & Healthcare Center, to explore what it means to lead with purpose in rural healthcare. From getting lost on her way to math class and discovering nursing, to now championing innovation and AI in medicine—Helen’s journey is anything but ordinary. She opens up about balancing motherhood with leadership, empowering frontline staff, and staying grounded in community values. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or an aspiring leader, Helen’s story is packed with real insights and practical inspiration.2025-06-1841 min
Midlife UnlimitedEpisode #030 How to Go Grey Your Way as a Midlife Woman with Guest Helen JohnsonJoin the Midlife Unlimited® conversation by sending Kate a textGoing grey! How do you feel about it? Are you a proud silver sister? Or reaching for the hair dye at the first sign of an errant white strand?When it comes to going grey, there are no rules. It’s about doing what feels right to you – not conforming to shoulds.Whether you’re saying “yay” or “nay” to going grey, it’s yet another change that we’re encountering in Midlife.So join your host Kate Porter The Midlife Metamorphos...2025-05-2937 min
The Next Breast ThingEp. 11 - Lactation: From Myths to Mastitis with Special Guests Dr. Katrina Mitchell and Dr. Helen JohnsonCabbage leaves? Antibiotics? Breast Milk Ice Cream? Mastitis? Neoadjuvant treatment? As breast surgeons, how much do we really know about lactation. Join the co-hosts as they welcome lactation experts Dr. Katrina Mitchell and Dr. Helen Johnson for an insightful myth busting breast surgeon's conversation about lactation. Show referenced link: https://physicianguidetobreastfeeding.org/ SPECIAL GUESTS Helen M. Johnson, MD, IBCLC is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Breast Surgical Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center. She is a graduate of Brown University's Program in Liberal Medical Education, East Carolina University's general surgery residency, an...2025-05-2036 min
Homeopathy Is Changing LivesEP37: Helen Johnson ~ Supporting Patients With CancerIn this enlightening conversation, Helen Johnson, an experienced osteopath and homeopath, shares her insights on healing through homeopathy. Helen & the hosts discuss personal journeys, the significance of understanding individual health needs, and the transformative power of homeopathic remedies. The dialogue emphasises the importance of support, communication, and the role of coincidences in the healing process, ultimately highlighting the multifaceted nature of wellness and recovery. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the intricacies of homeopathy, discussing the importance of understanding the body’s role in healing, the transformative power of remedies, and the personal growth that comes from practicing ho...2025-03-0339 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 45 - With Jackie WebsterThis week I'm chatting to wellbeing coach Jackie Webster, who had planned to go grey at 60... but actually did at 59. Listen to the episode to see what inspired her to change her mind.2025-01-2418 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 44 - with Helen Silversparkles1965This week I had lots of fun chatting with Helen whose Instagram handle is @silversparkles1965. She grew her hair out during lockdown, and loves how her hair is today.We talk about how she found the grow out, her Mum's reaction and more.2025-01-1717 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 43 - With Shama PerssonThis week I'm chatting to grey-haired activist Shama Persson, who cofounded the Golden Age Models Agency in Sweden. She's a massive advocate the ageing naturally, with the agency only representing models who are 45+, and who don't use fillers or Botox.2025-01-1022 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 42 - With Emma TaggartThis week I'm chatting to Emma Taggart who is a London-based career and leadership coach for ambitious introverts.She's been fully grey for a year, and took a phased approach to her grow out with semi-permanent highlights to blend with the greys.2025-01-0320 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 41 - With Vikki HoneThis week I'm chatting to Vikki Hone, who the least grey guest so far. But I love Vikki's attitude to ageing and the way she's excited to welcome her greys, so I thought she'd make a great guest.2024-12-2717 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 40 - with Dr Rebecca DinsdaleThis week I'm chatting to Dr Rebecca Dinsdale, who ended up with a white streak in the front of her hair at 25, following an illness. It didn't occur to her to be concerned about it, until she started getting comments and adverse reactions from other people. Listen in to find out why. 2024-12-2021 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 39 - With Maria Elena PamiesThis week I'm chatting to Maria Elena Pamies, who is based just outside Barcelona in Spain. We chat Maria Elena's grow out journey, reclaiming you life and why she feels younger now that she did ten years ago.2024-12-1317 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 38 - With Helen CalvertThis week, you've got two Helens! In this episode I'm chatting to Helen Calvert who has never dyed her hair and just has a smattering of greys... but she's got no plans to dye it, because she's comfortable with her age and doesn't see any reason to try and hide it.2024-12-0621 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 37 - With Sharon ArmstrongIn this week's episode I'm chatting to Sharon Armstrong who is less than 6 months into her grow out. And finding it easier than she expected. Sharon's the first person I've spoken to who's mentioned the Happier grey Podcast being one of the inspirations for choosing to go grey :)2024-11-2917 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 36 - With Monique BlackwoodThis week I'm chatting with Monique, who's based in Australia. Monique is 6ft tall, and I first came across her in Instagram, where she posts are about outfit ideas and pro-age.2024-11-2217 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 35 - With Jo PringleIn this week's episode I'm chatting with my gym buddy, Jo Pringle, about her fitness journey, and the colourful route she took to ditching the dye and going grey.2024-11-1521 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 34 - With Tanya Mann RennickIn this week's episode Tanya talks about taking 5 years thinking about going grey before actually taking the plunge, experimenting with silver hair shampoos and how going grey makes you feel bolder.2024-11-0822 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 33 - With Lara MellorUnlike most of my guests, going grey didn't involve ditching the dye for Lara, who has only every once had highlights in her hair. We chat side effects of the menopause and staying fit along with grey hair, and why it shouldn't be a big deal.2024-11-0115 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 32 - With Bhavini LakhaniThis week I'm chatting the Bhavini Lakhani, who chose to ditch the dye in her 30s and loves her grey hair. We talk about how difficult the first 12 months of the grow out are, pink highlights, strength training and more.2024-10-2517 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 31 - With Jen MoonThis week I'm chatting to Jen about hair dyeing horrors and well meaning friends who think you should be dyeing your hair. Jen's a nutritionist and we also talked about eating healthily as we age.2024-10-1820 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 30 With Sara JonesIn this week's episode I'm chatting with Sara Jones, who has long grey hair. Her hair was originally ver dark, but she ended up bleached blonde, before choosing to grow it out a few years ago.2024-10-1118 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 29 - With Brenda KilgallonNot going to lie, this week's episode is more about having a pro-age attitude, than it is about Brenda's grey hair journey. But Brenda's story was lots of fun anyway. And she does have plenty of tips on what type of make up works best with grey and silver hair.2024-10-0416 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 28 - With Petra FisherIn this episode I'm chatting to Petra Fisher, who lives in Amsterdam, comparing the attitude to going grey in the Netherlands to what I see in the UK.Love Petra's down to earth attitude.2024-09-2720 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 27 - With Deepa GibsonIn this week's episode I'm chatting to Deepa Gibson, who's in the process of growing out her dyed hair... but this isn't the first time she's gone grey. Listen in to find out what's different this time round.2024-09-2019 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 26 - With Stella ScottI'm always fascinated to find out about the attitude to ageing in other countries, and in this week's episode, I'm chatting to Stella Scott who lives in Sweden... where going grey isn't such a big deal.2024-09-1319 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 25 - With Jeni SmithJeni is a lot younger than most of my previous guests. She stopped dyeing her hair earlier this year and is the process of going grey. In this episode we chat about how people have reacted and how she's finding the process.2024-09-0618 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 24 - With Jenny GordonI loved chatting to Jenny, she's such a bubbly character with a wonderfully positive attitude towards ageing and her platinum hair.2024-08-3018 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 23 - With Lisa NewportLisa Newport is a stylist and colour expert, so we chatted about how the colours that suit us change as we go grey, as well as Lisa's own grey journey.2024-08-2323 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 22 - With Jacqueline CarsonSeveral of the guests I've spoken to have chosen to go grey due to health issues. Jacqueline's hand was forced more than anyone I've spoke to due to a severe allergic reaction to the hair dye she'd been using for years.2024-08-1618 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 21 - With Chloe ThomasThis week I'm chatting to Chloe Thomas, who got her first greys in her 20s, but was never tempted to dye her hair to cover them. We're chatting going grey, attitudes to ageing and e-commerce.2024-08-0920 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 20 - With Sarah Jane PhelpsIn this episode I'm chatting to Sarah Jane Phelps who ditched the dye in lockdown and has never looked back. Sarah loves colour and statement dressing and choosing not to fade into the background now she has gone grey.2024-08-0219 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 19 - With Tracy StewartTracy went grey while living in France, so we chatted about the differences in attitude to grey hair in France, as well as Tracy's experience of going grey.2024-07-2619 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 18 - With Nikola HowardIn this episode I'm chatting to Nikola Howard about her grey hair journey and thoughts on ageing.2024-07-1918 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 17 - With Hayley RammIn this episode I'm chatting to Hayley Ramm about her grey hair journey, having short hair and the power of getting outside every day.2024-07-1219 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 16 - With Claire ShelleyThis week I'm chatting to Claire Shelley who is in the process of ditching the dye and going grey. For health reasons, Claire's been focussing on eating natural foods and avoiding putting chemicals on or in her body. Which was the trigger for deciding to go grey, perhaps earlier than she perhaps would have done otherwise.2024-07-0520 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 15 - With Alison JobsonThis week I'm chatting to Alison Jobson. She's the first person I've spoken to who has gone grey on more than one occasion. The first twice, she chose to go back to dyeing her hair, as a result of other people's comments.2024-06-2818 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 14 - With Sally HowIn this episode I'm chatting to Sally How, so much has happened to her in the last few years. It's great the hear how she's emerging from them feeling positive and more like herself. Going grey was one of the elements of her reivention.2024-06-2118 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 13 With Zoe BrittonIn this episode I'm chatting to Zoe Britton who is in the process of growing out the dye and going grey. Zoe's had a mix of highlights and lowlights over the last few years in preparation for the full grow out, that way she'll be able to keep her long hair without having a really defined stripe as she grows out the dye.2024-06-1416 min
We Are CarbonThe Power of Food - Four Guests Working in Collaboration [Nick Weir, Kay Johnson, Flora Gathorne-Hardy, Miche Fabre Lewin]Join us in this special episode that brings together a range of voices to explore their developing collaborative project; The Power of Food. Together these four guests bring a diverse range experiences and knowledge to unite around the common goal of building social cohesion by harnessing the connective power of food. Connecting with where our food comes from, and also with community, with health, with nature and with the world around us. Holistic and expansive.It was a delightful conversation to be engaged with and I'm so excited to announce that during our chat a...2024-06-111h 05
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 12 - With Lisa SlaterUnlike my previous guests, Lisa Slater chose to go grey in her 40s. I loved chatting about her colourful hair history and how she's now happy to be grey.2024-06-0718 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 11 - With Donna BrennanNot going to lie - I probably laughed more during recording this episode than I have with any other.Loved Donna's honesty and humour in telling her tale.2024-05-3119 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 10 - With Gill MunroSuch fun chatting with old friend Gill Munro for this episode, loving her attitude to ageing and going grey.I think lots of us remember finding our first grey hair... but Gill's reaction to hers is more memorable than most!2024-05-2419 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 9 - With Rebecca BostockLoved chatting to Rebecca Bostock about her journey to grey hair. I literally had no idea before our chat that extensions are a thing for grey hair too.2024-05-1719 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 8 - With Lisa BoydIn this episode I chat to Crossfit enthusiast Lisa Boyd, about going grey and staying fit and healthy. Absolutely in awe of how fit and strong Lisa is!2024-05-1017 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 7 - With Moira BarnesThis week I'm chatting with Moira Barnes who, like me, choose to go grey during lockdown. I loved hearing how Moira's at a place where she's starting to find the real Moira again.2024-05-0319 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 6 - with Mahnaz SharifIn this episode, I'm chatting to Mahnaz Sherif, who is a Coach, working to help mum's realise their business dreams.Mahnaz decided to ditch the dye last Summer, and has a long way to go before the colour is all gone from her waist-length hair.2024-04-2620 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 5 - With Julia DarlingtonIn this week's episode I'm chatting to Julia Darlington. She's a leadership and empowerment coach, specialising in working with women in senior roles.Julia spent most of her career working in fashion, and it was fascinating to hear her views on the industry and the importance of projecting the right image.2024-04-1925 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 4 - With Ella OrrIn this episode, I chat to Ella Orr. She's a social media trainer and mother of a teenage daughter.Ella grew her hair out before lockdown, and choose to have it cropped very short, to get rid of the dye as soon as possible.... a much braver choice than mine.2024-04-1219 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 3 - With Sarah WinterfloodIn this episode I'm chatting to Sarah Winterflood, who is a Photographer and Visibility Coach.Like me, Sarah grew her hair out in lockdown. In a light-hearted chat, we compare notes on the growing out experience and how being natural has improved the condition of our hair.2024-04-0516 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 2 - With Corinne Lewis-WardThis week I'm chatting with Corinne Lewis-Ward, an artist and creative entrepreneur.Corinne's decision to go grey was triggered by a medical diagnosis, which led to her looking to make healthier lifestyle choices... ditching the dye was one of those.2024-03-2919 min
Happier Grey PodcastEpisode 1 - What it's all about!Have you ever thought it’s crazy that a man can be a sexy, silver fox, but people often assume a woman embracing her greys has given up on herself? It’s a double-standard I’d love to change, and the reason for creating Happier Grey.Each week, on the Happier Grey Podcast, you can hear me chatting to a different woman, who has chosen to go grey. In the hope inspiring and supporting you on your grey hair journey. We’ll be talking about:· Why they decided to go grey· How other people...2024-03-2210 min
Human WiseEp8: How To Build More Valuable Sales Relationships with Debbie JohnsonWelcome to Human Wise, the podcast that explores the commercial advantage of being human at work.With host Helen Wada, executive coach and founder of The Human Advantage, each episode will explore what being human at work looks like across a wide range of industries, from people in senior management to those on the ground.This week, Helen is joined by Debbie Johnson, seasoned sales leader who has worked in multiple global organisations within the technology sector and currently Regional Sales Director at Dell Technologies.They...2024-03-0633 min