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Positive 5 with KiriFinal episode, thank you and goodbye!In this special final episode of Positive 5 with Kiri, I say goodbye to you all but feel joy on the moments we’ve shared together. This last year, we have celebrated the simple power of everyday foods like eggs and nuts, to exploring the benefits of yoga, vitamin D, cycling and singing! Each episode has been a reminder that wellbeing doesn’t have to be overwhelming, small steps truly make a big difference.Most importantly, it’s a huge thank you for listening, sharing, trying new things, and joining me in this little pocket of positivity week after...
2025-12-2901 minPositive 5 with KiriHow eggs give you energy and more!In this feel-good, bite-sized episode of Positive 5 with Kiri, we’re celebrating one of the simplest, most underrated wellbeing superstars… eggs! 🥚✨Kiri dives into why these humble little powerhouses are one of her favourite everyday healthy hacks, from their protein punch and brain-boosting nutrients to how easy they make balanced eating. She shares how adding small habits like boiling eggs for the week or choosing protein-packed breakfasts can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall wellbeing.We also chat about the magic combo of protein and movement, why the gym boosts your mood as m...
2025-12-2201 minPositive 5 with KiriFermented Foods- How Bacteria Has Some Big Benefits!In this feel-good episode of Positive 5 with Kiri, we’re diving into the surprisingly powerful world of fermented foods, kefir, kombucha, miso, kimchi, sauerkraut, and all those slightly funky favourites your gut absolutely loves.Kiri shares how adding just a few spoonfuls or sips of these good-bacteria-packed foods can boost digestion, energy, immunity, and even mood. From kefir breakfasts to kombucha in place of an afternoon slump snack (or even wine!), she breaks down easy, real-life ways to fit fermented foods into your day, no jars bubbling in cupboards required.You’ll learn why a happ...
2025-12-0805 minPositive 5 with KiriMeditation and mindfulness, how being present and focusing on your breathing can really help set you up for the day!In this episode, Kiri talks about how a short mindful meditation a day can enhance your mood, your immune system and your brain. Kiri only does 5 mins of daily mindfulness practice but after finding out all the benefits such as improving memory, she might need to up her game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-2404 minPositive 5 with KiriHow writing things down has so many benefits for your mental healthIn this episode, Kiri talks about how she compares writing in a journal to therapy. If you don’t feel like talking to someone about what’s on your mind, write it down instead! Its mostly made me feel better, because everything is better out than in right? well almost everything! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-1004 minPositive 5 with KiriHow taking a VIT D supplement in the winter may be really beneficialAs you know by now, Kiri loves the sunlight and probably gets her far share of it d in the summer but in the winter, she takes a Vitamin D supplement as days are shorter and its hard to make enough. Vit D helps clear abnormal proteins, such as amyloid plaques and tau, from the brain, which may help protect you from dementia. Having enough vitamin D can also boost your immune systems, making that common cold easier to recover from. It could even lift your mood! These are all really relevant during menopause too! Hosted on Acast. See...
2025-10-2704 minPositive 5 with KiriHow doing core exercises helps prevent injury, bank pain, lowers blood pressure and is fun with the kids too!Kiri talks about the benefit of having good core stability and how she adds a plank into her routine! She was surprised to find out how beneficial they are including helping with back pain and preventing injuries! Doing a plank is a form of isometric exercise, where muscles are held still, neither stretching nor contracting, and Kiri finds it hard to stay still!. They can also reduce our blood pressure and can even be better than crunches of sit ups for your abs and core muscles. Who would have thought! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2025-10-1305 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy swapping white foods for brown really has so many benefits!In this episode, Kiri talks about how she swaps white pasta and bread for the wholemeal variety as much as she can, even for the kids! Wholegrains such as wholegrain pasta, bread and brown rice contain more fibre, vitamins and minerals, than refined grains. Kiri talks about how she uses brown rice pasta, red lentil and green pasta to make a colourful meal and the kids don’t even notice! No wonder they have toooooo much energy! Wholegrains can keep us fuller for longer and this slow digestion could result in a lower increase in blood sugar and gives us en...
2025-09-2905 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy going for a walk in green spaces does wonders for your health.Kiri talks about her love of a walk or run in nature in this episode, as it not only makes us feel good in the moment, but is great for our long term stress levels and our mental health. Who would have thought that the soil has mood boosting microbes and the aromatic chemicals released by plants could enhance your immune system! Get walking people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-1505 minPositive 5 with KiriHow a 30 min HIIT class can improve your physical and mental wellbeing :)Wow we are on episode 20! In this episode, Kiri talks about how she loves high-intensity interval training, HIIT for short, because it's efficient, and if you know her, she loves efficiency and productivity! It's not only good for physical fitness, but it can also boost your cognitive performance, help you live longer, and help to control your blood sugar levels. HIIT is a great way to incorporate a workout if you have a busy routine like Kiri! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-09-0105 minPositive 5 with KiriThe amazing benefits of swimming in the sea!If you know Kiri, you’ll know she is obsessed with sea dipping, it makes her feel alive, and just amazing! Dipping into cold water also improves resilience, as you are pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, and makes you just feel the moment you are in, you really can’t think of anything else! It also gets easier and more enjoyable the warmer its gets into the summer, it really is a lovely fun activity to do with the family! Scientifically, it can also increase energy levels, boost your mood, reduce inflammation and might even improve your brain heal...
2025-08-1805 minPositive 5 with KiriHow reaching out, talking and building social connections can help boost your moodKiri talks about how she loves talking to her neighbours and sometimes even strangers in the coffee shop as it helps boost her mood! Research shows social contact can boost your immune system, your brain power and can significantly reduce loneliness levels. Endorphins are released when you reach out to someone as it’s a simple act of kindness, as we are giving our time. So, if you are thinking of reaching out to a friend, hugging your family, or smiling at someone in the street, give it a go, it’ll guarantee help boost your mood! Hosted on Acas...
2025-08-0405 minPositive 5 with KiriHow reading a book can boost your brain, help you feel calm and therefore boost your mental health!In this episode, Kiri talks about why she loves reading when she goes to bed as it helps to help her switch off from the day and reduce stress. It even helps to make new connections in our brain as we are often learning about new things and characters, and if we read out loud, its stays in our long term memory for longer! Great tip for revision age children. So get book swapping with your friends and get stuck in a book, it will take you away from the stresses of the day and help boost your mood for...
2025-07-2105 minPositive 5 with KiriHow nibbling nuts helps to slow ageing, increases brain power and gives you energy!In this episode, Kiri talks about how she loves to snack on nuts! Ha ha no pun intended! They are packed with protein, unsaturated good fats and fibre!. Not only will this give you good and steady energy to last all day and put you in a good mood, these nutrient powerhouses could also help slow-down the ageing process! Research has found that walnut eaters live, on average, over a year longer than those who don’t. What’s more, adding nuts to your diet can help your brain and therefore help to prevent dementia. Short term though, they are an e...
2025-07-0705 minPositive 5 with KiriHow I love getting out in the sun whenever possible!In this episode, Kiri talks about the benefits of being out in the sun, how it can lower blood pressure and improve your mood, bones, muscles and immune system. So lets boost your vitamin D but don’t forget your suncream! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-06-2305 minPositive 5 with KiriHow lifting weights is not only good for strength but brain power too!In this episode, Kiri talks about how she has started lifting weights in recent years as there are some great gym classes at her gym she attends. She knew it was great for strength, but it can also boost your brain power, memory, improve your immune system, and even reverse signs of cellular ageing. She reveals how activating your muscles can release special chemicals called myokines which, astonishingly, can travel around the body and cross your blood-brain-barrier where they can have beneficial effects on your brain. Its mind blowing! Get lifting people! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2025-06-0905 minPositive 5 with KiriHow laughter is medicine, in so many ways you wouldn’t have thought about!In this episode, Kiri will talk about how laughter really is a good medicine. From releasing pain-killing endorphins to improving your memory, laughter can have many benefits on your body and brain - it’s even been shown to boost “gamma” brainwaves, which are associated with higher level brain processes, like learning and memory. It can even keep you young, and be the antidote to stress. Have a listen and get laughing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-2605 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy I love a hot bath and the reasons why It helps you sleep and therefore boosts your mood!In this episode, Kiri talks about why having a bath is so relaxing and also why it might be good for our heart, metabolism and sleep. Good sleep hygiene is so important to help with a good nights sleep and having a bath could be a part of this as our body temperature rises in a hot bath and then cools down after ready for sleep. Not to mention its just really relaxing and you can choose your favourite candle and even have a cup of tea or glass of wine with it! So run the bath and enjoy this...
2025-04-2805 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy I love going to a body balance class even if I think I am too busy to stop.Can you believe yoga has been practised for over 5,000 years, but its plethora of benefits for our health and wellbeing are still being discovered today and lets face it, taken seriously. It is thought that partaking in regular yoga (or body balance which is what Kiri does), can actually slow down ageing at a cellular level by protecting your mitochondria and your DNA. It can also improve your brain health and even reduce symptoms of depression. Its almost as good as dancing in that sense! Who would have thought! Take a listen to Kiri’s positive 5 to find out more.
2025-04-1405 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy putting nuts and seeds in as many meals as possible gives you energy and boosts your mood!In this podcast episode of Kiri’s positive five, she will be discussing how flax seeds, also known as linseeds, can protect your heart, reduce your blood sugar levels, and might even keep your skin feeling smooth and hydrated! These tiny little seeds that you can buy grounded in packs can be added to most meals, even in spag bol with the kids, they don’t even notice and they are getting all these impressive benefits too! so sit back and enjoy a dose of flaxseed and you pop it into your diet and feel that mood boost instantly! Host...
2025-03-3105 minPositive 5 with KiriWhy I love a Green Tea, it's so healthy too!In this episode Kiri talks about how a cup of green tea has so many health benefits. It took her a while to get used to the distinctive taste but now she’s used to it, she cant get enough! And that’s because she has found out that green tea can benefit our brain power and health. Green tea contains the polyphenol EGCG which helps to break down plaque in our brain cells which helps to delay dementia too. A nice hot cup of green tea also induces calming brain waves, therefore reducing stress and improving heart health. Host...
2025-03-1705 minPositive 5 with KiriHow not to be a perfectionist!In this episode, Kiri, talks about how being a perfectionist is often seen as a good thing but actually she thinks that puts more pressure on people. She strives to not to be a perfectionist and this helps her to achieve more and be productive. She is hoping this episode will help motivate you to strive towards your goals, albeit making mistakes along the way- which is fine, we are all human after all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-03-0305 minPositive 5 with KiriDance whenever you can, it’s the best exercise you can do for body and brain!In this episode, Kiri talks about her love and passion for dance and reveals all the amazing benefits too, not just for your body but for your brain as well. So have a listen and make sure you sign up to that dance class you have always wanted to try! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-1705 minPositive 5 with KiriHow practising gratitude helps me look on the bright side of lifeIn this episode, Kiri talks about how gratitude moments in your day can help keep you positive and energised. She offers tips for incorporating daily gratitude into your day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-02-0305 minPositive 5 with KiriHow slower and more conscious deeper breathing is good for your body, mind, family life and work!In this episode, Kiri talks about how deep and slower breathing or just focusing on your breath can make a huge difference in your day to day life. One reason for this is that it helps to reduce stress as it calms us down and can help us to make more informed decisions in work and home life too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-2005 minPositive 5 with KiriLearning to be a radio host, and how learning a new skill boosts connections in our brain whatever our age.On this episode of Positive5, Kiri will be talking about her recent hobby she has taken up of learning to be a radio host and why she thinks learning a new skill is one of the best things you can do when you get older to build connections in the brain as well as a sense of achievement. It's all a great idea if you are stuck for a new years resolution! So, sit back and enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-01-0605 minPositive 5 with KiriHow being in awe of the simple things makes you feel so good, particularly those sparkly Christmas lights!In this episode, Kiri talks about how she is loving this time of year looking at all the Christmas lights, it brings her so much joy! She has just found out that this is the concept of Awe and how just being mindful and in awe of the simple things can actually make a huge difference to our mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-12-2305 minPositive 5 with KiriThe mood enhancing benefits of singing, even if you can't sing!In this episode of Positive5, Kiri will be talking about singing when she is home alone. She started in lockdown when her husband was out with the kids, as it made her feel good and free, and an outlet to let the emotions out! Since then she has discovered that scientifically it’s good for our health, can boost our immune system and can help with pain! And an actual covid repellent that she didn’t even know about at the time. Hope this encourages you to sing freely and boosts your mood too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2024-12-0905 minPositive 5 with KiriCycling to school, work and everything in between, how being outdoors boosts our mood.On the first podcast episode of Positive5 with Kiri, she will be talking about the dreaded school run and how it can actually be fun, beneficial and a positive start to the day for you and the kids. Believe it or not, the simple act of cycling and walking to school and work actually has a lasting effect on our stress levels and our mental health according to scientists. From just taking in the natural surroundings, bonding moments and social connections and the chemicals released by plants could all help to enhance your immune system and mood! Not to mention...
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Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesWorld Alzheimer's Month with Tess ChengWorld Alzheimer's Month is the international campaign from Alzheimer's Disease International that takes place every September. Today, I speak to Tess Cheng who is a certified health and wellness coach and who has a Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University; about how brain health and lifestyle choices could potentially have a drastic effect on delaying the signs of Alzheimer's and, up for discussion, potentially even preventing it. We will discuss how people can consider their brain more when trying to eat healthily, sleep better and exercise to help reduce the risk of cognitive decline as we a...
2024-08-3034 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesPsoriasis Awareness Month with Jade MorrellAugust is Psoriasis Awareness Month. Being one of the most uncommon illnesses, psoriasis effects over 20,000 individuals every single year. I sit down with Jade this month who talks openly about how she manages this skin condition and the challenges she has faced since being diagnosed in her 20s. In this podcast episode, we hope to raise awareness of psoriasis, break down some of the stigma attached and discuss how care, treatments and lifestyle can make a huge difference. For more info, go to Psoriasis Action Month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-07-2633 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesInternational Day of Yoga with MichelleInternational Day of Yoga was on 21st June this year and this podcast episode celebrates it. Yoga is a wonderful form of exercise and relaxation, sometimes misunderstood and misrepresented, but Michelle and I hope to tackle some of these obstacles and go back to basics. Michelle is a yin yoga teacher and has been for many years, and we talk about her journey into yoga and how it has drastically changed over the years and how now she is helping others with their journeys. Above all, we hope we can make yoga accessible to everyone and we finish the pod...
2024-06-2845 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2 - Reminder to listen Episode 9 and a look at Episode 10On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. If you missed the last episode of this Series, Ep 9, we celebrated World Mediation Day and even took you through a guided mediation with our lovely guest Paige, make sure you take a listen. In Episode 10 at the end of this month, I am really looking forward to speaking to Michelle for International Yoga day which is today, prepare to be inspired! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-2100 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesWorld Meditation Day with Paige BondWorld Meditation Day was on the 21st May 2024 and today I sit down with Paige from Blissful Meditation to honor this day. Meditation seems to come with a lot of negative connotations, today’s busy life culture could deem it a waste of time or only for yogie types. But in actual fact the benefits of stillness and sitting with your own thoughts are on another level including lowering blood pressure, promoting better sleep, helping with anxiety and the all important manifesting tool! Paige talks about how and when to do it, and even takes us through a guided meditation at...
2024-05-3137 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2 - Reminder to listen to Episode 8 and a look at Episode 9On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 8 which was in honour of skin cancer awareness month. I chatted with the very knowledgeable Heather, a skin specialist from coastal skinthetics who tells us all about the importance of being skin cancer aware particularly now the summer is approaching. Don't miss it! Coming up in Episode 9 at the end of this month, I am looking forward to chatting to Paige for a very special meditation episode to celebrate World Mediation Day which...
2024-05-2300 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSkin Cancer Awareness Month with Heather CullenThe month of may is skin cancer awareness month and is this episode I chat to Heather from Coastal Skinthetics in Dorset to help raise awareness of this. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the UK and the rates are continuously rising year on year with the disease killing over 2,500 people each year in the UK – that’s seven people every day. Heather and I talk about what skin cancer is, what to look out for and how we can prevent it. Its getting into the summer so people might be thinking about going on holiday and...
2024-04-2652 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2 - Reminder to listen to Episode 7 and a look at Episode 8On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 7 where I had a very interesting chat with Kat who is a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) in honour of World CBT Day on April 7th, definitely worth a listen. And coming up in Episode 8 at the end of this month, I am looking forward to chatting to Heather who is a skin specialist from coastal skinthetics who tells us all about the importance of being skin cancer aware particularly now the...
2024-04-1900 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesCognitive Behavioural Therapy with Katherine DrewIn this months episode, we are raising awareness of World CBT day (cognitive behavioural therapy) which also ties in with World Health Day (on April 7th), demonstrating us how important CBT is today's modern world. My guest Katherine Drew has over 15 years experience of working in the field of mental health and is now a CBT therapist working for the NHS and running her own private practice. If you are interested in mental health and how the mind works, Kat is the perfect and most knowledgeable guest. We have a very interesting discussion around CBT, and have planned to simplify...
2024-03-2946 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2 - Reminder to listen Episode 6 and a look at Episode 7On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 6 where I sat with Camilla from The Fold Community who put on events specifically for women around various health topics. This is to celebrate International Women's Day which was on the 8th March 2024.. And coming up in Episode 7 at the end of this month, I am looking forward to chatting to Kat who is a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) in honour of World CBT Day on April 7th, this is going...
2024-03-1500 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesInternational Women's Day with The Fold CommunityThis month I had the privilege of chatting with Camila and Sophie from The Fold Community, a business they founded to promote and facilitate empowering women at at its finest. They organise events specifically for women struggling to look after their health and access information in their everyday lives; stemmed from their own struggles. Due to their drive and ambition to help and inspire other women, I knew they would make for a perfect International Women's day episode which is celebrated on March 8th this year. For more info, go to https://www.thefoldcommunity.com Hosted on Acast. S...
2024-02-2346 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2- Reminder to watch Episode 5 and a look at Episode 6On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 5 where I chatted to Cat currently based in Vancouver, Canada. She wanted to share her insight on the importance of cervical screening tests to signify Cervical Cancer Week which was on 22nd-28th January 2024. And coming up in Episode 6 at the end of this month, I am very excited to share the episode with Camilla from The Fold Community who put on events specifically for women around various health topics. This is to...
2024-02-1600 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesCervical Cancer Prevention Week with CatherineThis month I chat to Catherine all about the importance of cervical screening to raise awareness for cervical cancer prevention week which was 22nd-28th January 2024. Catherine, due to relocating had missed a couple of cervical screens and ended up with abnormal cells in the cervix which had to be removed due to the pre-cancerous stage they were at. Cat very openly shares her story about what she went through with the aim of raising awareness and encouraging others to attend their cervical screens as a way of preventing cervical cancer. For more info, go to Cervical cancer - NHS...
2024-01-2631 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2- Reminder to watch Episode 4 and a look at Episode 5On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 4 where I sit down with Dawn from Sober Fish. She is a sobriety coach from Dorset and has a lot of insight to share for those who want to quit alcohol beyond Dry January. And coming up in Episode 5 at the end of this month, I will be chatting to Cat currently based in Vancouver, Canada. She wants to share her insight on the importance of cervical screening tests to signify Cervical Cancer...
2024-01-1900 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesDry January Special with DawnHappy New Year 2024! Hope you all had a lovely Christmas. In this month's episode, as Dry January approaches, I chat to the very inspiring Dawn Comolly AKA Sober Fish! Dawn started her sober journey in 2017 and has never looked back. She talks about how being alcohol free has changed her life, what her life was like before and what her lifestyle now looks like, pretty awesome if you ask me! If you are thinking of trying Dry Jan this year, take a listen and be inspired. For more info go to The SoberFish Story – soberfish Hosted on Acast. Se...
2023-12-2942 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2- Reminder to watch Episode 3 and a look at Episode 4On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 3 where I chat to the very inspirational and honest Vicky who shares her experience with grief and the tools that have helped her that she wants to share, all for Grief Awareness Week which was 2-8 December 2023. And coming up in Episode 4 at the end of this month, I sit down with Dawn from Sober Fish. She is a sobriety coach from Dorset and has a lot of insight to share in time...
2023-12-1500 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesGrief Awareness Week with VickyThis month's podcast honours Grief Awareness week which is Dec 2nd until 8th this year. The episode shares a personal story by Vicky along with tips on how to cope with grief and most importantly how to open up the conversation. We are hoping this podcast will be reassuring to those people through going grief, or know someone who is, as we talk about understanding the reactions and emotions that come with it. Trigger warning, this podcast talks about child loss. If you need support, please seek advice and bereavement support. Charity | The Isabel Baker Foundation Hosted on A...
2023-11-2428 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 2 and a look at Episode 3On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 2 where I chat to Poole based private chef and chocolatier Christian Orner about the healthy benefits of chocolate, all for Chocolate week in October. And coming up in Episode 3 at the end of this month, I sit down with the very inspirational and honest Carla who shares her experience with grief and the tools that have helped her that she wants to share, all for Grief Awareness Week which is 2-8 December t...
2023-11-1700 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesChocolate week with ChristianIn this month's episode, we are celebrating chocolate week which was October 16th to October 22nd. I am joined by the wonderful and inspiring Christian, a chef and chocolatier based in Dorset who talks passionately about the extraordinary health benefits of eating chocolate, it’s most certainly a good one! Not only that, his love for his work shines through and it was absolute joy to talk to him. Enjoy! For more info on Salt Co, check out SALTCø. - Private Chef and Chocolatier (salt-co.co.uk) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-10-2748 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesSeries 2- Reminder to watch Episode 1 and a look at Episode 2On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are honoured to speak to so many amazing people who share their stories. Don't forget to look back on Series 2, Ep 1 where I sit down with Laura about her wonderful daughter Sophie who is on the transplant list and how she believes having an open conversation about organ donation in families is so important. This is in honour of Organ Donation Awareness week which is the week of the 18th of September. And coming up in Episode 2 at the end of this month, I chat to Poole based private chef and chocolatier Christian Orner a...
2023-10-1301 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesOrgan Donation Awareness Week with LauraWelcome to this very special episode of the podcast in the brand new series. I'm honoured to be joined by Laura about her wonderful daughter Sophie who is on the transplant list and how she believes having an open conversation about organ donation in families is so important. Organ donation awareness week was 18th-24th September 2023 and we are hoping this podcast also raises awareness. For more info go to Organ Donation Week 2023 - NHS Organ Donation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-09-2959 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 12 and a look at Series 2!On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are now on series 2 and have more amazing guests than ever! Don't forget to look back on Ep 12 of the last series where I chat with the wonderful Lisa O'Byrne about how she has suffered with migraines all her life, discussing the hidden condition which is often full of misconceptions; she hopes to clear some of those up. At the end of this month, coming up in Episode 1 of the new series 2, I chat to Laura about her wonderful daughter Sophie who is on the transplant list and how she believes having an open...
2023-09-1601 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesMigraine Awareness Week with LisaWelcome to this episode of the podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by Lisa today to discuss how she manages her migraines. Migraines affect 6 million people in the UK and is a misunderstood and debilitating condition. Every year, the United Kingdom observes Migraine Awareness Week in the first week of September and we are honoured to speak to Lisa to find out more and help raise awareness.For more info go to Home - The Migraine Trust Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-2553 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 11 and a look at Episode 12On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have more amazing guests coming up! Don't forget to look back on Ep 11 where I sit down with my mum and sister Zahra where we chat all things allotments and conservatory gardens all in honour of National Allotments Week. And coming up in Episode 12 at the end of this month, I chat to Lisa O'Byrne about how suffering with migraines affects her life and what support is out there for others, all for Migraine Awareness week in September. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-08-1801 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesNational Allotments Week with Mum and ZahraOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, I chat to my mum and Zahra about growing their own produce for National Allotments Week, as they hope to inspire others to do the same. A fun chat full of cake and tea after our birthday afternoon tea outing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-2826 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 10 and a look at Episode 11On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have more amazing guests coming up! Don't forget to look back on Ep 10 where I chat to Sarah Scudamore for breathe easy week. Coming up in Episode 11 at the end of this month, I sit down with my mum and sister Zahra where we chat all things allotments and conservatory gardens all in honour of National Allotments Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-07-1400 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesLove Your Lungs Week with Sarah ScudamoreOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk to the wonderful Sarah Scudamore to talk all things 'breathing' for love your lungs week. Sarah is a women's health advocate and believes developing a good breathing technique can help in so many ways including improving your mental health, pelvic floor and energy levels to name a few! We also talk about how we have got into bad breathing habits over time, how this is having an effect on us and tips on how we can practise good breathing with a practical exercise thrown in too! Such an interesting chat...
2023-06-3040 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 9 and a look at Episode 10On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have more amazing guests coming up! Don't forget to look back on Ep 9 where we talk to Louise who opens up about the importance of Maternal Mental Heath Awareness week and get ready to meet Sarah Scudamore for breathe easy week coming up in June for Ep 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-1601 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesMaternal Mental Health Week with Louise BerkhauerOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk honestly to Louse Berkhauer about her direct experience on maternal mental health and how she advocates for this issue and now puts her energy and experience into helping others in a similar situation. We also want to help and encourage mums to speak up about what they may be going through like Louise is doing now, and guide them in the right direction to find the support they need. TRIGGER WARNING- we discuss miscarriage, post natal depression and birth trauma. For more help on t...
2023-05-261h 04Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 8 and a look at Episode 9On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we are loving to talking to you all and have lots more coming up! Don't forget to look back on Ep 8 where we talk to Sophie about living life with Crohn's disease and get ready to honour Maternal Mental Health awareness week with Louise in Ep 9. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1800 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesWorld IBD Day with SophieOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk honestly to Sophie and her mum Michelle surrounding Sophie's diagnosis and journey with the chronic disease Chrohn's. We will do our best to open up the conversation on this topic which is sometimes tricky to talk about as it's such a hidden illness which many people don't understand. For more support on this issue, please visit https://crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2838 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 7 and a look at Episode 8On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 7 where we talk to Lindsay about being a mum of an autistic daughter and get ready to hear Sophie's story about living life with Chrohn's disease on Ep 8. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-1400 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesNational Autism Acceptance Month with Lindsay GoodyearOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk honestly to Lindsay Goodyear about her wonderful autistic daughter Amelia in honour of National Autism acceptance month. ASD is such a wide topic and people experience it in a numerous of different ways, many of which will be completely different to Lindsay's. However, the aim of this podcast is to start encouraging people to spark up conversations of their own and ask questions on the disability, as there is still a stigma attached. Despite autism becoming incredible more present in our daily lives, many people still don't understand it, hopefully we...
2023-03-3151 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 6 and a look at Episode 7On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 6 where we talk to Fiona about her nutritional tips and get ready to hear Lindsay's story about life as a mum with an autistic daughter on Ep 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-1700 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesNutrition and Hydration Week with Fiona TewOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk to Fiona Tew, joint owner of Bournemouth Wellbeing Experience. In today's climate where everything is more expensive and fitness/health services are often unattainable; Fiona and her husband Gavin decided to partner with the council to offer free fitness and nutritional classes to the BCP communities which is just such a fantastic venture. Fiona will share her nutritional advice with us regarding myths, fads, trends as well as sharing some fantastic tips for making small changes to help create a more healthy lifestyle. For more advice on this topic, please visit...
2023-02-241h 06Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesTime to Talk Day with Amy MacmillanOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we are honouring 'Time to Talk Day' which is coming up on Feb 2nd by discussing how important it is to talk and touching on mental health issues too with our guest Amy Macmillan. Many people suffer in silence but we discuss the importance of just talking about it, whether the topic involves traumas, home and work problems, mental and physical health or anything else, as early as possible and where you can go for help. For more info, please visit www.timetotalkday.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2023-01-271h 07Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesA reminder to listen to epidsode 4 and a look at episode 5On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 4 where we talk to Ruth about life as a volunteer and get ready to hear Amy's story in honour of Time to Talk Day on Ep 5. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-2600 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesInternational Volunteer Day with Ruth DoyleOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk to the wonderful Ruth Doyle about her volunteering experiences, what they have done for her and about her current role as volunteer chaplain. This is to celebrate the millions of volunteers around the world in honour of International Volunteers Day which was on Dec 5th. For more info on this subject, please visit https://www.un.org/en/observances/volunteer-day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-3031 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 3 and a look at Episode 4On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 3 where we talk to Belle's about her cyber bullying experience as well as sharing her latest song, and get ready to hear Ruth's story about life as a volunteer on Ep 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1600 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesAnti-Bullying Awareness week with Belle Kumble RoseOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk to the awesome and extremely talented Belle Kumble Rose about her upcoming album and what inspires her to write music about true to herself. She is also touring schools around the UK sharing her music and her experience of cyber bullying. This is in recognition of anti-bullying week. For more info on this issue, please visit https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-weekTRIGGER Warnings: bullying, cyber bullying, mental illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-2520 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 2 and a look at Episode 3On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 2 where we talk to Gemma about her life with a visual impairment and get ready to hear Belle's story about her cyber bullying experience as well as sharing her latest song on Ep 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1100 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesWorld Sight Day with Gemma HarrisonOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk openly to Gemma Harrison about her visual impairment disability and her condition optic-atrophy. It's a condition which is hidden and which many people are unaware of. For more info on this issue, please visit https://www.rnib.org.uk/ or https://www.iapb.org/world-sight-day/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-2840 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesReminder to watch Episode 1 and a look at Episode 2On Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories, we have lots going on! Don't forget to look back on Ep 1 where we talk to Vanessa about her baby loss and get ready to hear Gemma's story about being visually impaired on Ep 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-1401 minKiri Presents Awe-Inspiring StoriesBaby Loss Awareness Week with Vanessa RobertsonOn Kiri Presents Awe-Inspiring Stories this month, we talk honestly to Vanessa surrounding her miscarriages and baby loss whilst trying to open up the conversation on this topic which often has a stigma attached to it. For more support on this issue, please visit https://springsupport.org.uk/TRIGGER Warnings: baby loss, termination, miscarriage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-3046 min
Hoovering with Jessica FostekewHoovering - Episode 60: Live in NewcastleWelcome to HOOVERING, the podcast about eating. Host, Jessica Fostekew (Guilty Feminist, Motherland) has a frank conversation with an interesting person about gobbling; guzzling; nibbling; scoffing; devouring and wolfing all up… or if you will, hoovering.This week’s episode was recorded LIVE at Newcastle’s amazing MAPS Festival but by the wonderful team at Chalk - from the Gosforth Civic Theatre. My guests were actor Charlie Hardwick who you no doubt know off of Emmerdale, comedians Seymour Mace and Hal Branson and local food rising star Katie Cullen, co-creator of the UK’s first brewery and butcher...
2019-03-2959 min