Les meilleurs podcasts I Making (2024)

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The Sources of Formation 54:14

3y ago54:14

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi talk about the books and papers they read and researched in writing Formation and some of the reasons why they chose those particular books. It's a bit of a long episode, so enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nigeriaformation/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spot…

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Untangling Mother-Daughter Relationships, With Rosjke Hasseldine And Carina White 45:38

4y ago45:38

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When it comes to mother-daughter relationships, it’s complicated: some are best friends, others aren’t on speaking terms, while some daughters still revert to acting like a teenager around their mum even though they’re way too old to throw a strop (hiya!). Why is it so tricky to find the right balance? We speak to Rosjke Hasseldine, who has spent a…

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The Problem With ‘Problem’ Skin, With Lou Northcote And Dr Shaaira Nasir 39:28

4y ago39:28

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From acne to eczema, psoriasis to rosacea, there’s no shortage of skin conditions that are broadly labelled “problem skin”. But would these conditions be such a problem, if the world stopped obsessing with filters and Photoshop? In this episode, former model Lou Northcote talks to us about losing her career due to acne, and why she now encourages o…

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Women Have A Poo Problem, With Elaine Miller And Dr Megan Rossi 39:38

4y ago39:38

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Women – not so great at pooing and even worse at talking about it. But fear not - in this episode, we chat to physiotherapist Elaine Miller and gut health specialist Dr. Megan Rossi who are here with all the scoop on how to poop. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU. Transcript link (copy & paste): https://www.huffp.…

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I'm Broke And My Friends Don't Get It, With Clare Seal and Kia Commodore 36:36

4y ago36:36

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It's tough when your mates earn more than you – and the pandemic has only exacerbated the friendship money gap. In this episode, My Frugal Year founder Clare Seal talks about the pressure to keep up that contributed to her £27,000 of debt. Plus, personal finance guru Kia Commodore shares some tips on how to navigate the money gap in a more positive…

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The Truth About Childbirth, with Midwife Marley and Clotilde Rebecca Abe 38:43

4y ago38:43

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The first rule about fight club is you don't talk about fight club. Often it feels like the same principle applies when it comes to giving birth – the majority of women have little or no clue what to expect until they are pregnant and, well, then it’s a bit late. For our first episode of 2021 we wanted to change that, having an open and, yes, at ti…

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I Think We're Alone Now, With Shani Dhanda And Francesca Specter 39:15

4y ago39:15

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2020 has been the year of isolation and for many, it's also been a year of loneliness. In this episode, we explore how the pandemic has changed our relationship with alone time – for better or worse. Disability activist Shani Dhanda shares how she dealt with a year of shielding and her hopes for a more compassionate society in 2021. Plus Francesca …

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We’re All A Little Bit Ageist, With Jane Evans, Carol Russell And Jacynth Bassett 37:59

4y ago37:59

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We're feminists but we still fear ageing. Is it any wonder, in a world that values the wrinkle-free and writes off older women in the workplace? It's time for a change. In this episode, we chat to writers Jane Evans and Carol Russell (who are in their 50s and 60s) about embracing milestones, instead of dreading them. We also get some tips on being …

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Redefining Sexless Relationships, With Ruby Rare And Professor Jacqui Gabb 40:31

4y ago40:31

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The word 'sexless' implies there's a lack or an absence in your relationship, but is a dry spell really such a bad thing? In this episode, sex educator Ruby Rare shares how to embrace the ebbs and flows in your libido, improving intimacy both with and without sex. Professor Jacqui Gabb also debunks some common misconceptions around sexual frequency…

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Why Are We Afraid Of Angry Women? With Kelechi Okafor And Jen Brister 43:22

4y ago43:22

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How do we express our anger? And how - or why - do we often avoid it? In this episode, we’re joined by funny, fast and often furious stand-up comedian Jen Brister, to talk about all the reasons we’re feeling angry right now – and Kelechi Okafor, actor, writer, podcaster and founder of south London pole dancing studio, Kelechnekoff, on how, especial…

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'I Feel Guilty For Having A Baby': Navigating Fertility And Friendship, With Jessica Hepburn, Gabby Voutier and Vanessa Haye 40:49

4y ago40:49

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When Gabby Voutier got pregnant with twins following IVF and a five-year struggle for a baby, she felt "guilty". Her friend, Jessica Hepburn, had struggled to conceive for over a decade. In this episode, we talk to the Fertility Fest co-founders about navigating their friendship, with and without children. We also hear tips from femelanin.org found…

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21: Am I Making You Uncomfortable? Season Two Trailer 1:07

4y ago1:07

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Brogan Driscoll and Rachel Moss return for the second season of Am I Making You Uncomfortable? This podcast is a frank, honest conversation about women's bodies, health and private lives. Fearless, inclusive and empowering, we cover under-reported issues and tackle the topics you're too squeamish to talk to your friends about. Hosted on Acast. See …

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FORMATION: Conquest & Discontent (Part 2) 39:46

4y ago39:46

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In this season finale of the Formation Podcast, Feyi and Fola discuss how much of an impact World War I had on the new colonial creation of Nigeria, Lugard's predecessors and replacements and how modern day Nigerians might learn something from how the cobbled together country was governed. Formation will be out in Nigeria this month. You can still …

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FORMATION: Conquest & Discontent (Part 1) 35:37

4y ago35:37

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So you've conquered Nigeria, now what? In this episode, Fola and Feyi talk about the first part of the final (and longest) chapter in Formation - Conquest & Discontent. Who were the British men tasked with governing the newly assembled country and what skillsets did they bring to the job, suitable or otherwise. They also answer a number of interest…

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20: Stop Policing Our Body Hair, With Rhyannon Styles And Aisha Mirza 35:57

4y ago35:57

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Why does body hair make us so uncomfortable? Because it’s about so much more than the decision to remove it or let it grow. (Although waxing is uncomfortable, I’ll give you that.) Body hair is political. It’s also social and cultural. For some women – particularly trans women – the absence or presence of body hair can even be a safety issue. Messag…

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FORMATION: Frederick Lugard, The King in the North (Part 2) 31:42

4y ago31:42

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the second part of the ninth chapter of Formation. They talk about Lugard's time 'on ground' in Nigeria and how he managed to pull off the bluff to conquer Northern Nigeria. They also go into some more detail on the role that Flora's played in his career. Thanks to everyone who continues to listen in and to th…

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19: ‘I Stood In A Puddle On The Kitchen Floor’: Talking Incontinence, With Luce Brett And Tiffany Sequeira 39:30

4y ago39:30

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Incontinence is not an “old lady problem”. It’s thought to impact one in three women in the UK, although the actual number could be even higher, as shame stops many from seeking help. In this episode, we hear from author Luce Brett, who’s been dealing with “the wet-kickered wilderness” for over a decade. We also chat to pelvic physio Tiffany Sequei…

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FORMATION: Frederick Lugard, The King in the North (Part 1) 32:00

4y ago32:00

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the first part of the ninth chapter of Formation. They talk about the early part of Lugard's life, the supporting characters who helped him achieve his aims in Nigeria, most importantly Flora Shaw, and the general atmosphere in which Lugard grew up. They also talked about how they went about doing the research…

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18: Why Women Cheat, With Miranda Christophers, Audrey Indome And Tolani Shoneye 44:32

4y ago44:32

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The cheating gap has closed, with women just as likely to cheat on a long-term partner as men. But why? In this episode, we explore what leads to women cheating – and dispel some myths that it’s all about emotional connection. We’re joined by relationship therapist Miranda Christophers, plus Tolani Shoneye and Audrey Indome, from The Receipts Podca…

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FORMATION: Game of Thrones in the Niger Heartland 34:22

4y ago34:22

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the powerful and storied Nupe kingdom in the Niger heartland. They also take a detour to Ilorin and Akassa and bring it all together to show how they were all conquered by a London Stock Exchange listed company, Royal Niger Company. They also answer some very interesting questions from listeners about the Saro…

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17: Everything Nobody Tells You About Perimenopause, With Dr Nighat Arif And Tillie Harris 43:30

4+ y ago43:30

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Having hot flushes but still getting your period? Welcome to the perimenopause – the transition before menopause, which can begin in your thirties and last a full decade. The perimenopause impacts millions of people every year, but we rarely hear about it. To change that, we chat to Dr Nighat Arif, who specialises in women’s health, and author and …

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16: Best Friends Forever? We Talk Friendship Breakups And Makeups, With Aminatou Sow and Dr Miriam Kirmayer 39:55

4+ y ago39:55

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Whether there was a huge bust up or some good old fashioned ghosting, breaking up with a friend can be devastating – and can still haunt us years later. And while some friendships really do need to be kicked to the curb, are we doing enough to salvage those that matter? We’re joined by Aminatou Sow, who co-hosts the hugely popular Call Your Girlfri…

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FORMATION: The Glorious Incompetents 33:49

4+ y ago33:49

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the implications of the Imperial Era in Benin and Igboland and the European foreign policy environment in which it happened. They also discuss the fascinating Aro regime which ruled over Igboland and the methods they used to achieve their dominance. They take some very thoughtful questions from listeners to pr…

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15: Who Am I Without My Job? With Ama Quashie And Emily Liou 41:02

4+ y ago41:02

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Work forms a key part of our identities, so what happens when it’s suddenly taken away? In this episode, we explore why our self-worth is often entangled with our jobs – and how to break free from those societal pressures. We speak to Ama Quashie, a celebrity manicurist who discovered her true passion after being made redundant, and career coach Em…

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FORMATION: Exit the Bible, Enter the Gun 28:19

4+ y ago28:19

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the aftermath of the Clapham Sect Era and how it gave way to a more muscular and violent engagement with Europe. They also answer a number of questions from listeners about previous episodes of the podcast. General Akinkunmi's book mentioned in the podcast can be found here - https://tinyurl.com/y492s9m6 We wo…

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14: The Orgasm Gap: Rethinking Pleasure, With Sex Educator Portia Brown And Intimacy Coach Charlene Douglas 41:30

4+ y ago41:30

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“There are people that still believe that it's harder for people with vulvas to achieve orgasm, or that women have to have some sort of crazy emotional, psychological connection in order to achieve orgasm,” says New York-based sex educator, Portia Brown, who joins this week’s episode, alongside intimacy coach Charlene Douglas. No wonder there’s an …

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FORMATION: Mad Men and Missionaries 26:57

4+ y ago26:57

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the Mad Men and the Missionaries from Europe who entered pre-colonial Nigeria with their own ambitious agenda, altering the history of the future country in the process. The authors also introduce the idea of what they call the "Clapham Sect Era", as a distinct period of economic transformation in Nigeria's pr…

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13: 'I'm Not Good Enough': The Lies That Social Anxiety Tells Us, With Claire Eastham And Lucy Beresford 36:02

4+ y ago36:02

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We’re joined by mental health blogger and campaigner Claire Eastham, who shares her own experience of social anxiety, plus psychotherapist Lucy Beresford, who helps us to understand the causes of the condition, plus the support available. Join in the conversation on social media by using the hashtag #AIMYU. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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FORMATION: Sunrise Within The Tropics 26:02

4+ y ago26:02

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss war, diplomacy, economics, treachery, human suffering and redemption at a newly independent 19th century city-state in south west Nigeria, which came to be known as Abeokuta. A limited edition hardback version of Formation is now available for pre-order! Please go to nigeria-formation.com to get one of them. Y…

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12: Are You Drinking Too Much? With Anjula Mutanda and Club Soda’s Laura Willoughby 35:39

4+ y ago35:39

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Drinking is such a normalised part of British culture that binge drinking as young adults is a rite of passage, hangovers are laughed off, social lives are built around the pub. We celebrate the good times and commiserate the bad, often with a drink in hand. But how do you know when you’re drinking too much? Joining this week’s podcast to help us a…

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11: Envy can be ugly, here's how to redirect it – with Comparison Coach Lucy Sheridan 31:22

4+ y ago31:22

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We all feel envy sometimes, even if we’d rather not admit it. But comparing yourself to others – often without knowing the full story of how hard so-and-so worked to get to where they are today – only leaves you feeling bad about yourself. But the green-eyed monster isn’t all bad. There’s a way to channel negative feelings into something more posit…

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FORMATION: The Caliphate In Session 26:54

4+ y ago26:54

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss the aftermath of Usman Dan Fodio's revolution and what was the governing reality for the large new state, both for the leaders of the caliphate and the people they governed. They also take a number of questions from listeners about the last episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…

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10: IVF Should Be Free, So Why Is Access So Hard? With Seetal Savla and Sara Marshall-Page 43:51

4+ y ago43:51

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Gaining access to IVF is a struggle, before you even begin treatment. In this podcast, we speak about the cultural, financial and geographical barriers that prevent people from accessing IVF in the UK – and how they’ve been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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9: What People Need To Know About Heavy Periods, With Tasha Hinde And Dr Brooke Vandermolen 38:14

4+ y ago38:14

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Heavy periods affect around 1 in 5 women of reproductive age in the UK. Combined with the stigma that already surrounds menstruation, the added pain, fatigue and fear of leaks can have a debilitating effect on women’s lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.Par HuffPost UK

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FORMATION: Son of the Jurist 23:49

4+ y ago23:49

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In this episode, Fola and Feyi discuss one of the biggest and most consequential characters in Nigeria's Formation - Usman Dan Fodio, the son of the jurist. Why did his own revolution succeed and not those who tried before or after him? What is Dan Fodio's legacy today and how should Nigerians remember him? The authors also answer some of the quest…

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8: Money Talks: Breaking The Silence On Women and Debt (With Bola Sol and Josie Warner) 39:40

4+ y ago39:40

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“We talk about sex more than we talk about money,” says Bola Sol, financial wellness coach and founder of the Rich Girl Chronicles. “You have to question these things. I don’t get it.” Bola is one of our two guests on this week’s episode of our HuffPost UK life podcast, Am I Making You Uncomfortable? in which we are tackling the stigma we feel talk…

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F O R M A T I O N - River of Rivers 22:35

4+ y ago22:35

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Fola Fagbule and Feyi Fawehinmi discuss the main theme in the opening chapter of their forthcoming book FORMATION: The Making of Nigeria from Jihad to AmalgamationThe River Niger is the central defining geographical feature of West Africa. In simple historical terms, the River is the raison d’etre for the existence of the eponymous country. The Riv…

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7: ‘My Vagina's A Venus Flytrap’: Talking Vaginismus with Lisa Mackenzie and Dr Wafaa Eltantawy 33:30

4+ y ago33:30

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It’s in Netflix shows such as Unorthodox and Sex Education, but why is it still taboo to talk about vaginismus? In this episode, we discuss the condition that impacts millions of people around the world. We hear from listeners about how vaginismus has affected their mental health, sex lives and access to healthcare, plus speak to Lisa Mackenzie, fo…

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6: Mum’s The Word: Exploring Motherhood And Identity, With Candice Brathwaite and Kate Everall 39:31

4+ y ago39:31

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For this podcast we wanted to tackle identity and motherhood – specifically, how your sense of self changes when you become a mum and as your children grow up, and how the intersection of other identities plays into parenthood as a whole. We are joined by two women on the podcast who are carving out spaces to represent motherhood in all its gloriou…

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5: Let’s Talk About Porn, Baby (With Sex Educator Sangeeta Pillai) 27:00

4+ y ago27:00

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In this episode, hosts Brogan Driscoll and Rachel Moss are joined by Sangeeta Pillai, a sex educator and founder of the Soul Sutras network, to talk about how porn impacts our sex lives, relationships, body image ideals and more. Go behind the scenes. Subscribe (https://bit.ly/aimyu-pod) to our newsletter to hear what inspired us to tackle the topi…

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4: We Need To Talk About Nipples (With Artist Emma Low & Nurse Clare O’Neill) 33:54

4+ y ago33:54

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Women’s bodies, particularly breasts, are hypersexualised – yet our nipples are often censored. And the nipples we do see are almost always the same: small, pert, pink, probably symmetrical and located on a slim, white, cis-gender body. Not only is this lack of representation damaging, but focuses too much on aesthetics. We’re joined by two amazing…

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3: The Art Of Masturbation (With Alix Fox) 37:34

4+ y ago37:34

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This episode of Am I Making You Uncomfortable? is all about enjoying time with yourself. Journalist and sex educator Alix Fox joins Brogan Driscoll and Rachel Moss to chat sex toys, stimulation and how you can have a relaxed, enjoyable time of self-love. Go behind the scenes. Subscribe to our newsletter to hear what inspired us to tackle the topics…

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2: Everything You Want To Know About Vaginal Discharge (With Dr Anita Mitra - Gynaecologist aka Gynae Geek) 27:31

4+ y ago27:31

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In this episode of Am I Making You Feel Uncomfortable? we speak to gynaecologist Dr Anitra Mitra - aka Gynae Geek - about everything you wanted to know about vaginas and discharge but felt too embarrassed to ask. Chatting to Brogan Driscoll and Rachel Moss, the Gynae Geek tells us all about discharge and its importance in a happy sex life. Go behin…

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1: Body Image in Lockdown (With Body Image & Mental Health Campaigner Natasha Devon) 31:25

4+ y ago31:25

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The world and its marketing agency might be trying to tell us body positivity is in, but the reaction to singer Adele’s recent social pics show that everyone is still hung up on an ‘ideal’ body. And with that brings a whole heap of questions, problems and anxieties over our bodies. Joining Brogan Driscoll and Rachel Moss, body image and mental heal…

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1: Am I Making You Uncomfortable? Trailer 2:02

4+ y ago2:02

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A new, weekly women's health podcast brought to you by HuffPost. This podcast is a frank, honest conversation about women's bodies, health and private lives. Fearless, inclusive and empowering, we cover under-reported issues and tackle the topics you're too squeamish to talk to your friends about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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I Am Not Making This Up: EP. 57 This Episode is Full of Dinosaur Poop 9:54

5+ y ago9:54

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Upon listening to a podcast about Mary Anning, the famous fossil collector, I heard a familliar name: William Buckland. I spoke about Buckland during my episode entitled: That Time The French King was Cannibalized. The story, probably untrue, is that Buckland was handed the mumified heart (or part of it) of King Louis XIV from France. Buckland, bei…

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I Am Not Making This Up: Ep. 56 So I’m Not Royalty 5:29

5+ y ago5:29

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Geneaology: where you confuse the dead and irritate the living – Unknown There are some family history stories that you just know you should take with a grain of salt. Like the one about how your ancestor was bffs forevah with George Washington. Or the one where you are omg we totes swear a descendant of a queen. Or at least an Indian princess. For…

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I am Not Making This Up: Ep. 55 Thomas Jefferson’s Murder Sheep 9:07

6y ago9:07

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Depending on who you ask, Thomas Jefferson is either much loved, or the founding father you love to hate. Not only did he write the Declaration of Independence, but he also presided over the Louisana Purchase and pushed for the Lewis and Clark expedition. On the other hand, he sat out most of the revolution as an ambassador to France, wrung his han…

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I Am Not Making This Up: Ep. 54 That Time When A Lot Of People Mailed Their Children. 4:30

6y ago4:30

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May Pierstorff, a little girl made famous for being mailed to her grandparents. Back when it would have been an adventure, not a police report. 100 years ago was a simpler time. A time when you could pin postage on your four year old’s coat and send them on a mail train to Grandma. Back then people would laugh about it and go “Oh, You!” Now trying …

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I Am Not Making This Up: Ep. 53 How Charlie Brown Killed The Aluminum Christmas Tree 6:06

6y ago6:06

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Aluminum Christmas Trees were a big industry before this show came along. In 1964, one of the hottest selling items around Thanksgiving was the aluminum Christmas tree. The Aluminum Specialty Company manufactured an estimated 150,000 trees that year. Then in 1965, A Charlie Brown Christmas aired. By 1970 the Aluminum Specialty Company had shut down…

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