Pt 2: Jodie Kidd on turning her passion into her career
In part 2, Jodie Kidd talks about how important it is to take moments to stop and appreciate your achievements, no matter how big or small.Jodie also tells Dr Alex about the pub she saved and how it ended up being an unexpected community hub before talking about her YouTube channel ‘Kidd in a Sweet Shop’ where Jodie hosts her own car fanatic series.Follow @jodiekiddoffical Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pt 3: What did modelling teach Jodie Kidd about rejection?
In the final part of this stomp with Jodie Kidd, she shares what she learnt from the gritty days of breaking into the fashion industry. Jodie explains how she learnt to face personal rejection based on her appearance, how that manifested into deep anxiety and panic attacks in her adulthood, and her coping techniques which allow the negativity to wash over her. Of course, there’s the health fact of the week about how driving is good for the brain!Follow @jodiekiddoffical Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Touko 202316min
Pt 1: Yinka Bokinni in Battersea Park
TV presenter and broadcaster Yinka Bokinni is stomping in Battersea Park with Dr Alex this week, discussing their daring new Channel 4 series ‘Naked Education’. If you’re yet to hear of the show that’s hit the headlines, Dr Alex and Yinka explain why educating teens on naked bodies is imperative to growing up with positive body image; and they explore why Brits are so prudish when it comes to sex education. Yinka also talks about her decision to stop drinking and why you should never stand behind her if she’s holding a sambuca shot. Follow Yinka @yinkabokinni and watch Naked Education on Channel 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pt 2: Yinka Bokinni on what a heart condition really looks like
In part 2, Yinka Bokinni opens up about her heart condition, including having open heart surgery as a baby. She talks about the heartbreaking impact that it had on her siblings and how it’s shaped the vivacious person she is today. Many people joke about “main character syndrome”, however Yinka explains how being the star of your own movie can have a huge uplifting impact on your energy and you just might start to believe it. Follow Yinka @yinkabokinni and watch Naked Education on Channel 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Huhti 202318min
Pt 3: How Yinka Bokinni finds inspiration from her own life
As the walk comes to a close, Yinka shares with Dr Alex some inspiring advice and life lessons.Yinka explains why you can’t wait for opportunities to come to you, and where to begin when chasing your own dreams. She also talks about how she finds inspiration from her own life, reflecting on her upbringing as one of seven kids in a four-bed-flat. Finally, Dr Alex wraps up with the health fact of the week, which exposes a huge difference in how heart disease looks different for men and women.Follow Yinka @yinkabokinni and watch Naked Education on Channel 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Huhti 202316min
Pt 1: Earth Day with Mikaela Loach
Ahead of Earth Day on the 22nd April, climate justice activist Mikaela Loach joins Dr Alex in Holland Park. Mikaela has just published her first book, graduated in Global Health Policy and is basking in the optimism of a sunny day's stroll with Dr Alex. In part one, the pair begin a solutions based conversation about the things we can be empowered to do when striving for a greener planet. Buy Mikaela’s new book ‘It’s Not That Radical’ here and follow @mikaelaloach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pt 2: Mikaela Loach on resisting the doom of climate change
If you’re struggling with climate-anxiety, Mikaela Loach talks with Dr Alex about the small things we can do to make an impact and calm your worries at the same time. In the second part of this stomp, Dr Alex and Mikaela discuss the importance of fighting for a better future and how to feel optimistic about the state of our world. Mikaela also explains how you can use whatever skills you already have to be a part of action against climate change, and how it’s not the huge sacrifice it may seem. Grab a copy of Mikaela’s new book here and follow @mikaelaloach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Pt 3: How does Mikaela Loach stay hopeful about the climate crisis?
In the final part of this stomp with Mikaela Loach, she explains how she approaches the negativity in the media around the climate crisis. Mikaela expresses her struggle in finding how ‘radical’ she needs to be, as the pair discuss the mottos that keep them afloat. She also speaks with Dr Alex about finding opportunities for change, the systems she wants to dismantle and how her work is forging a path for a brighter, equitable future for all. Grab a copy of Mikaela’s new book here and follow @mikaelaloach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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