It Can't Just Be Me
Join Anna Richardson, TV host and author, as she sits down to discuss the sometimes shocking, often hilarious and always honest nuances of the challenges and obstacles life can throw at us, uncovering the ‘It Can’t Just Be Me’ moments. Come on in, make yourself comfortable, and join the conversation as they help you realise, we’re all in this together.
Episodes
It's Not Just You: Reframing Failure As Success
Anna is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Soph to answer a listener dilemma about how they feel they've failed when it comes to achieving their ambitions. Dr Soph encourages them - and us - to reframe what we consider to be failure, and get better at being our own 'inner CEO' and regulating the negative self-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dancing For Life with Dame Arlene Phillips
Joining Anna on the podcast this week is the legendary dancer and choreographer Dame Arlene Phillips. From humble beginnings in Manchester, she ended up at dance school in London, where she worked as a live-in nanny for none other than film director Ridley Scott in order to get by. From there, she gained stratospheric success in dance and choreography - and her groundbreaking dance troupe, Hot Gos
It's Not Just You: Navigating On/Off Relationships
This week Anna is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Hazel Harrison to discuss a listener's experience of her on/off relationship which she's starting to realise is unhealthy. Anna and Dr Hazel discuss the potential impact of this kind of relationship, how our attachment styles can affect how we interact with loved ones, and offer some gentle advice for navigating tricky situations like this.If yo
Breaking Up with Diet Culture with Laura Adlington
Anna's guest this week, Laura Adlington, shot to fame as a finalist on the 2020 series of the Great British Bake Off. In the midst of the pandemic, she brought some light in the darkness of that horrible year with her sharp wit, especially in the face of culinary disaster (whatever you do, don’t mention ice cream cake).Since then, baking has taken a backseat. These days, she's an outspoken writer,
It's Not Just You: Getting Out Of Your Own Way
Anna is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Soph, aka Dr Sophie Mort, to answer a listener dilemma. This person is feeling like they've lost their sense of direction in life, but they also sense themselves getting in their own way in the process of trying to rediscover it. Dr Soph offers some positive, practical and simple advice and exercises that anyone feeling similiarly can try themselves at ho
Resisting Objectification with Ashley James
Anna's guest this week is Ashley James: woman full of contradictions. Originally from a working class family in Northumberland, she won a scholarship to boarding school where she had to change her accent to fit in, and had a friend with a castle who quite literally rubbed shoulders with royalty. She found fame via Made in Chelsea, and it's been hard graft since then: she’s DJ’d all over the world,
It's Not Just You: Retiring To The Country
This week, Anna is joined by psychotherapist Sam Pennells-Nkolo to discuss a listener question. Lou is in her 50s and very happy with her life, but her husband wants to relocate from the city to the country. Does getting older mean we automatically want a slower pace of life? And how do we navigate big decisions where ultimately people want different things without compromising a loving relationsh
The Power of Radical Honesty with Lou Sanders
Anna's guest this week is the one and only Lou Sanders. Anyone who's seen Lou's live shows, watched her on TV or read her memoir What's That Lady Doing? will know that she doesn't shy away from frankness – it's part of her signature candid style of comedy. But there's a deeper meaning to it as well, as she tells Anna: being honest about difficult situations is how you can get through them. She sha
It's Not Just You: Recovery After Childbirth
In these weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week, Anna is joined by Dr Shirin Lakhani to answer a listener's question about recovery after childbirth – both physical and emotional. It's very normal to need extended t
Ripping Up Your Life in Midlife with Lu Featherstone
Joining Anna this week is Lu Featherstone: a self-proclaimed former wild child, who turned ‘good wife’ and ‘good mother’, before throwing it all up in the air and reclaiming her freedom once again – this time, in her 50s. Feeling trapped after trying to squeeze herself into roles that didn’t feel true to who she really was, she finally exploded out of the box she’d found herself in, and embraced a
It's Not Just You: Breaking Cycles of Parenting
This week Anna is joined in the studio by Dr Radha. They're answering a dilemma from a listener who doesn't have a great relationship with their own mum, and wants to make sure that they're not repeating the same patterns of behaviour with their own children. How do we break the cycle of what happened to us with our own parents if it's not the way we want to parent too?If you have a dilemma or sit
New Year, Not You with Sam Pennells-Nkolo
It's only the beginning of January and we've all already been bombarded with a million messages about how and why you should change your life this year. To counterbalance the endless 'New Year, New You' messaging, Anna is putting herself in the hot seat on the podcast this week! She's enlisted the help of Sam Pennells-Nkolo, psychotherapist at the London Practice, to get some sensible and hel
It's Not Just You: Losing Friends After Babies with Secret Mum Club
This week Anna is joined by Emma and Sophiena from Secret Mum Club to answer a listener dilemma on something that's relatable to lots of us: navigating friendships after one of you has a baby. What happens when one friend becomes a mum and their life changes beyond recognition, but the other is following a different path? Can your friendship ever stay the same?If you have a dilemma or situation yo
No Such Thing as a Perfect Christmas with Secret Mum Club
Crack open the mince pies and pop the Bucks Fizz, it's the super festive It Can't Just Be Me Christmas special! Joining Anna in the studio are Sophiena and Emma from hit parenting podcast Secret Mum Club to talk about all things Christmas. It can be a tricky time of year for all sorts of reasons, and it doesn't help that we're all surrounded by perfect families having a lovely time on adverts and
It's Not Just You: Divorce Shaming
In these weekly episodes of It's Not Just You, each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week Anna is joined by TV and radio presenter, qualified counsellor and friend of the show Katie Thistleton to talk about a listener dilemma. Hannah recently split up with he
Confronting Abuse with Sharon Gaffka
Anna's guest this week is Sharon Gaffka, former Love Island contestant turned political campaigner and ambassador for the domestic violence charity Refuge. As she shares with Anna, Sharon's journey has been remarkable; from teenage beauty pageant queen to civil servant, then reality TV star to aspiring politician – but it's not been without its challenges. Sharon talks frankly about the horrifying
It's Not Just You: Anxiety Overload
In these brand new weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week Anna is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Hazel Harrison to discuss a listener's experience with overwhelming anxiety in all aspects of their life, from per
The Isolation of a Rare Medical Diagnosis with Betty Mukherjee
This time on In Can't Just Be Me, Anna is joined by Race Across The World's Betty Mukherjee, who won viewers' hearts this year with her down-to-earth humour and vulnerability as she travelled 15,000km from Japan to Indonesia with her brother, James. On the show, Betty revealed how a diagnosis of the rare condition MRKH syndrome at just 16 years old had altered the course of her life. Here, she sha
It's Not Just You: Feeling overwhelmed with life
In these brand new weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week, Anna is joined by broadcaster, author and GP Dr Radha Modgil to tackle a listener’s dilemma about feeling overwhelmed. Together, Anna and Dr Radha explore t
Embracing your upbringing with Jassa Ahluwalia
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna sits down with actor, filmmaker and author Jassa Ahluwalia. Born to an English mother and an Indian father, he grew up the 'white' boy that was fluent in both English and Punjabi. Jassa talks to Anna about embracing his mixed heritage, why he wrote his book 'Both Not Half' and how he navigates a world that wants to put us in boxes.If you or someone you
It's Not Just You: Embarrassed about your vagina
In these weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week, Anna is joined by Dr Shirin Lakhani to tackle a listener’s dilemma about embarrassment around the appearance of her vagina. Together, Anna and Dr Lakhani explore the
Let's Talk About Sex with Oloni
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna sits down with podcaster, sex and relationship expert and author Dami "Oloni" Olonisakin for an open and unfiltered discussion about sex. They cover crucial aspects of sex education, the importance of self-pleasure and navigating relationships. Oloni shares some of the most common questions she receives about sex and opens up about where her own boundar
It's Not Just You: Feeling left behind in life
In these brand new weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week, Anna is joined by broadcaster and counsellor Katie Thistleton to tackle a listener’s dilemma about feeling left behind. Together, Anna and Katie explore the
Living by your own rules with Nadia Almada
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with the trailblazing Nadia Almada. At just 27 years old, Nadia made history as Big Brother’s first transgender winner, transforming her life in the process. Nadia shares her journey with Anna, recounting her experiences before, during (when only the audience knew her true gender identity), and after her time in the Big Brother Hous
It's Not Just You: That doesn't like your Siblings
This week Anna is joined by clinical psychologist Dr Hazel Harrison to discuss a listener dilemma around having no relationship with their siblings and the issues this causes within their family. Anna and Dr Hazel discuss the impact it can have on your relationships and family dynamics and some practical tips on how to manage it with parents and family gatherings.If you have a dilemma or situation
Telling it like it is with Kate Lawler
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with model, DJ, and broadcaster Kate Lawler. It's been 22 years since Kate made history as the first female winner of Big Brother. Anna and Kate talk about how her life changed overnight after the show and her evolution from party-loving DJ to a married mother of one. Not afraid to tell it like it is, Kate opens up about her uncerta
It's Not Just You: with the Sunday Scaries
In these brand new weekly episodes of 'It's Not Just You', each week Anna will be joined by a different expert to explore the issues and dilemmas that are affecting you. No guests, just your dilemmas discussed by Anna and her expert.This week Anna is joined by Dr Radha Modgil to discuss a listener dilemma around 'Sunday Scaries'. An anxious feeling we can sometimes feel at the end of the weekend.
Reinventing Yourself with Linda Lusardi
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson engages with model, actress, and photographer Linda Lusardi. They explore Linda’s evolution from Page 3 pin-up to crafting and sustaining 30-year career. The conversation covers her rapid rise to fame at just 19 years old, her reflections on Page 3 and whether she felt exploited, her family life, the devastating loss of her parents and how sh
The Road to Recovery with John Robins
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with award-winning comedian and broadcaster John Robins. They delve into John's journey of recovery from alcohol addiction, highlighting his experiences with alcohol abuse, gambling addictions and relationship challenges. John opens up on the valuable lessons he has learned, his coping strategies and how both comedy and therapy are
Surviving midlife redundancy with Eleanor Mills
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with award-winning editor, writer, and broadcaster Eleanor Mills. They discuss Eleanor’s shock and devastation at losing her job in her late 40s, how she coped with her world being turned upside down and went on to transform her experience into an exciting new adventure. Eleanor discusses her book Much More to Come and shares the in
Dementia in the Family with Sian Welby
In this special episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with radio and TV presenter Sian Welby, along with special guest Jordan Adams. Both Anna and Sian share their experiences of having a parent living with dementia, while Jordan offers a deeply moving account of how dementia has affected his family after his mother was diagnosed at just 47, when he was only 15. Following this,
Unexpected Pregnancy After a One-Night Stand with Charlotte Chilton
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with The Traitors star Charlotte Chilton who shares her journey of navigating an unexpected pregnancy following a one-night stand. Amidst a separation from her wife, Charlotte opens up about her surprise at becoming pregnant and her feelings of betrayal by the baby’s father. Despite the challenges, she talks about her excitement at
Finding Self Belief and Navigating Empty Nesting with Nadiya Hussain
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with TV Chef Nadiya Hussain to reflect on a decade since her victory on The Great British Bake Off. They explore the inspiration behind Nadiya’s new book, Cook Once, Eat Twice and engage in an open conversation about her childhood experiences, coping with anxiety and her long journey to self-belief. As her children prepare to leave
Embracing Your Authentic Self - with Leigh Francis
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson has an open conversation with TV and Radio star Leigh Francis. They delve into the reality beyond the iconic personas Leigh has crafted for the screen. He shares his experiences navigating a changing television and comedy landscape, his sadness at losing his Dad and his friend Caroline Flack and his support network behind closed doors. I
Does Therapy Really Work? with Katie Thistleton
In this episode of It Can’t Just Be Me, Anna Richardson sits down with Radio and TV Presenter Katie Thistleton for an honest discussion about mental health. Katie opens up about her personal battles and how she overcame struggling in the workplace. They discuss how her brave decision to seek treatment and begin therapy not only helped her manage her depression but also sparked a complete transform
The Battle to Be Skinny - with Danny Beard
Anna Richardson chats to broadcaster and Drag Race UK winner Danny Beard as they share an intimate look into Danny’s lifelong struggle with emotional eating, fad diets, and the growing trend of Ozempic use. In this very honest discussion, they explore the underlying issues driving Danny’s relationship with food and the impact of using “skinny jabs.” Does chasing thinness truly bring happiness?In t
Coming Back from Self Destruction with Jordan Stephens
Join Anna Richardson and the multi-talented musician, actor, and author Jordan Stephens for part two of their chat as they delve into his journey navigating ADHD, overnight fame and profound personal challenges. In this very candid conversation, Anna and Jordan openly discuss his struggles with anger and grief and how his self-soothing techniques ultimately led to a breakdown. Discover how hitting
Why is the country so angry? With Jordan Stephens
Ahead of the series' full relaunch, join Anna and the multi-talented musician, actor, and author Jordan Stephens as they unpack the emotions surrounding the recent violence that has gripped the UK. In this mini-episode, after his heartfelt response went viral online, Jordan shares his insights on why he thinks people are experiencing such profound anger and why that anger is misdirected.It Can't J
41: Why do I feel so lonely? With Gaby Roslin
Last week, it was reported that the middle-aged population in Britain is the loneliest in Europe, so Anna has invited TV presenter and broadcaster, Gaby Roslin, to interrogate why that might be. Gaby is passionate about curbing the epidemic of loneliness, which can impact people of all ages and looks different for everyone. In this episode, she shares some of what she’s learnt from her investigati
40: My dad’s secret life? With Jaz Singh
The entire nation was gripped by the lies and betrayals in the hit TV show The Traitors, with viewers particularly impressed by Jaz Singh’s (a.k.a Jazatha Christie) ability to sniff out the traitors. Today, Anna has Jazatha Christie himself in the studio to talk about earth-shattering family secrets, to which Jaz is no stranger.When Jaz revealed on The Traitors that his dad has a second family, he
39: The Cult of Wellness? With Charlotte Church and Michele Knight
The wellness industry is worth about $5 trillion worldwide and it feels like there's always something we should be spending money on to benefit our mind, body and soul. But the quest to feel our best can come at a cost that extends beyond the financial - it can impact our relationships too.Here to unpack the world of wellness, spirituality and radical healing with Anna is Charlotte Church (singer
38: International Women’s Day Special - With Charlie Webster
To mark International Women's Day this week, Anna puts the spotlight on one of the most dangerous issues that many women are facing - domestic abuse. Anna is joined in the studio by Charlie Webster (award-winning broadcaster, journalist, and Women's Aid Ambassador) who shares her own moving story of surviving abuse, Sarah Davidge (Women's Aid Head of Research) and psychotherapist Fiona Kau. Togeth
37: Facing shame as a trans person? With Jake Graf
This episode centres around one powerful voicenote from a listener called Fiona – a trans woman who grew up in the 1950s. Fiona got in touch to share the turmoil she went through growing up and the ripple effect it’s had on her life. Fiona asks how we can stop young trans people today feeling the same level of shame and ultimately create a more accepting society for future generations. To unpack t
36: Can Porn be Ethical? With Megan Barton-Hanson and Ruby Rare
Nearly 14 million people watch porn every month in the UK alone. Yet, many people keep their relationship with porn under wraps – a secret between us and our screens.In this episode, Anna opens conversations about porn into the public sphere by having an honest and frank conversation about porn and the ethics behind its production. She’s joined by television personality, Megan Barton-Hanson, who m
35: Lover or Scammer? With Kelle Bryan and Becky Holmes
For this Valentine’s Day special , Anna is joined in the studio by actor, broadcaster and CEO Kelle Bryan, alongside author Becky Holmes to deep dive into romance scams and coercive relationships.With psychotherapist Fiona Kau, Anna and her guests share their personal experiences of scams and coercive relationships and tackle a dilemma from a listener who’s worried their colleague is caught up in
34: Menopause Special – with Kate Thornton & Dr. Louise Newson
A couple of weeks ago, Anna asked you to get in touch with your questions about the menopause. And, oh boy – did you deliver! We were inundated with your responses – which varied from questions about vaginal dryness, worries about the impact of menopause on libido, concerns around HRT, and experiences of mental health struggles during the menopause. So today in the studio, Anna is joined by broadc
33: Grief and Guilt? With Vogue Williams
Anna is joined this week by Irish icon, Vogue Williams – one of the few people who could bring a touch of humour to the difficult subject of grief. Vogue reflects on her own experience of navigating grief, after losing her dad, Freddie, in 2010. She recounts the guilt she felt following his passing, and – with the power of perspective gained after 14 years – considers her reaction in the early day
32: Falling out with Family over Politics? With Grace Campbell
This week, Anna is joined by comedian, author, actor and host of the podcast 28 Dates Later, Grace Campbell to talk all about family breakdowns over politics and toxic jealousy in friendships. Anna, Grace and psychotherapist Fiona Kau discuss Grace’s experience growing up in a family where she witnessed her fair share of intense debates. Now, as an adult, Grace speaks about how she sees her femini
31: Why is my Partner so Angry? With Anna Mathur
In today's episode, Anna digs into rage, anxiety and intrusive thoughts with Psychotherapist, best-selling author and fellow podcaster, Anna Mathur. Together, they speak candidly about collective rage in the world today, the shame attached to anger and how to express this emotion in a healthy way in our personal relationships. They also tackle two dilemmas - one from a listener who’s struggling to
30: From lovers to friends? With Sue Perkins
Is it ever possible to transition from a romantic relationship to a friendship? This week, Anna welcomes writer, actor, presenter, comedian and all-around National Treasure - Sue Perkins - to unpick this very question, along with the help of psychotherapist Sam Pennells-Nkolo.The trio hear from a listener who, after coming out as gay to her husband, is struggling with their new dynamic. Together t
29: Struggling in Early Motherhood? With Jess Phillips
This week, Anna invites the Labour MP for Birmingham Yardley into the studio to respond to a dilemma from a listener who is apprehensive about preparing for her second baby. She recounts just how challenging she found her first weeks and months of early motherhood and shares some of her unique memories of this time. Anna and Jess are joined by psychotherapist, Sam Pennells-Nkolo, who shares her pr
28: Navigating Big Life Changes? With Shirley Ballas
This week we have a special treat for anyone missing the glitz and glam of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing – Anna is joined in the studio by the show’s head judge, Shirley Ballas! In the spirit of looking forward to the New Year, and the changes that may be on the horizon, they’re talking all about change, and how best to navigate it. With the assistance of psychotherapist Fiona Kau, Shirley and A
27: The Series So Far...
This week we’re looking back on some of the fun, powerful and moving moments captured on It Can’t Just Be Me so far. Since launching the podcast, we've welcomed extraordinary guests and experts into the studio who have shared their personal stories with us and given their advice in response to your burning dilemmas.So here are just some of our highlights from the series - are they the same as you
26: Festive Fun with Sophie Habboo
It’s a festive special in the studio today as Anna and guests tackle the classic seasonal dilemma of how to split your time at Christmas while doing your very best to keep everyone happy. Our listener Ellie is not only trying to figure out how to fit in time with family and friends alongside a job with anti-social hours, but she’s also in a long-distance relationship.Luckily, Anna has seasoned pod
25: Mental-load, work and motherhood? With Sophia Webster
Today’s dilemma is from an entrepreneur and mum to two young children. She’s finding it increasingly frustrating that the responsibilities of parenting aren’t split equally between her and her male partner. It’s a cliche she’s always been keen to avoid, so she wants to know what practical steps she can take to redress the balance in her relationship.Cue iconic shoe designer, entrepreneur, and mum
24: Cutting down on alcohol? With Dr Alex George
We are bursting with excitement as we have Dr Alex George in the studio this week to talk through a dilemma from a listener who’s thinking about cutting down on alcohol, in the run up to the festive season. Dr Alex is a former A&E doctor, ex-Love Islander and expert Mental Health Ambassador. He gave up drinking in December 2022, so he couldn’t be better placed to give some advice to our listen
23: Coming out as a teenager? With Riyadh Khalaf
Come on into this episode where we’re talking all about coming out as a teenager. In the studio with Anna, we have the inspiring LGBTQ+ advocate, author, TV presenter and celebrity-masterchef, Riyadh Khalaf. Riyadh’s challenging, but incredibly powerful, story of coming out as a teenager to his then Irish Catholic mother and Iraqi Muslim father, means he has much wisdom to pass on to our listene
22: Intimacy after Trauma? With Grace Victory
Grace Victory is one of those people who just draws you in — she is utterly compelling. So, it was a total pleasure to have her join Anna in the studio to offer some advice to a listener who is struggling with intimacy following a previous trauma. Having experienced trauma herself — both in her early years, and more recently — Grace generously shares her own story and the wisdom she's gathered on
21: Managing Perimenopause? With Gabby Logan
Anna can really relate to this week’s dilemma - it comes from a woman who’s severely struggling with her perimenopause symptoms and is asking why it seems to be so much harder for some women than others. So, Anna has called on the expert sports broadcaster and host of The Mid.Point podcast, Gabby Logan, to share her sage advice. With the assistance of TV doctor extraordinaire, Dr Ellie Cannon, Ann
Introducing: Where's Home Really?
One more week until It Can't Just Be Me returns with special guest Gabby Logan!In the meantime, how's this to keep you busy?This is an episode of Where's Home Really?, an award-winning podcast that sets out to discover what home means to famous faces from the worlds of TV, music, comedy, food and beyond.In this episode, Jimi meets chef, author and broadcaster Andi Oliver. to discuss cultural appr
Introducing: Go Love Yourself
We've got a little treat for you before Anna is back to solve more of your dilemmas and prove that it's not just you.This is an episode of Go Love Yourself, an award-winning podcast that’s helping us love ourselves a little more. You might know its host, Laura Adlington, from the 2020 Bake Off final. Along with her best mate Lauren, Laura is unlearning everything she's been taught about body image
20: Dwindling Sex Drive? With Gizzi Erskine
There’s no question about it - sex is a big deal in an intimate relationship. How often do we have it? How do we feel about it? Do our expectations align with our partner? And, how should we communicate when they don’t? Well, this week Anna has a listener dilemma that skirts around all of these questions. It’s from a woman in a happy relationship, who’s looking for some advice on how to navigate h
19: Pets and Mental Health? With Pandora Morris
It’s Mental Health Awareness day this week, so who better to join Anna in the studio than mental health advocate and the host of the Hurt to Healing Podcast, Pandora Morris. Pandora’s story is one of survival and resilience. And, in today’s episode, she shares her journey in response to a listener’s dilemma — as a reminder that everyone’s mental health journey is different. With the guidance of ps
18: Questioning my sexuality? With Milena Sanchez
This week, Anna is responding to a dilemma from a woman in her late 40s who has questions around her sexuality. This listener was in a relationship with a man for 30 years, but after the breakdown of this marriage, she had a whirlwind romance with a woman. Now, she’s navigating teenage kids, questions around her sexuality, and to top it all off… the menopause. Yikes! To help Anna get to the bottom
17: Non-monogamy? With Ruby Rare
Anna’s getting the low-down on non-monogamy this week, and, who better to guide us through this rich and fascinating topic than sex-positivity advocate, and practicer of non-monogamy themselves, Ruby Rare. Ruby offers some guidance to a listener who has just opened up their previously monogamous relationship and is asking for some advice around how to approach conversations about their new sexual-
16: Kinks, Icks, and Parenthood: An Extended Quick Fire Round with LalalaLetMeExplain
Anna Richardson is back with a brand new season of It Can’t Just Be Me, and she's primed and ready to answer your burning questions! To kick-start the season, Anna is joined by superstar anonymous Agony-Aunt, LalalaLetMeExplain. Anna and Lala trawl through some of the juiciest dilemmas in the inbox. From belly-button kinks, parenthood, icks, and dating apps - Anna and Lala leave no stone unturned
Introducing... First Dates: the Podcast
You loved the glorious Cici Colman when she joined me for last week's episode of It Can't Just Be Me. So, I'm sharing the first episode of her brilliant podcast, First Dates: The Podcast with you this week whilst I take a break for the summer.First Dates: The Podcast, is like a podcast version of the debrief you have with your best friend after you've gone on a first date. Co-hosted by Cici and th
15: Do I want Children? With Cici Coleman
Cici Coleman is amazing at many things — she's the nation's favourite waitress, the co-host of First Dates: the Podcast, and a brilliant fitness and life coach. But, one thing Cici isn’t very good at is making decisions. And there's one decision that plagues her more than any other — whether or not to have children. So, for this episode, I’ve beckoned her into my podcast studio to respond to a dil
14: Let’s talk about sex, with Sam Pennells-Nkolo
It’s no secret that I love talking about sex… and judging by our inbox, it seems that you lot do too! So, I decided that the time has come to give the people what they want — advice about sex, pleasure, and everything in between! To help me get stuck into this sexy special, I’ve invited our resident psychotherapist — the fabulous Sam Pennells-Nkolo — to join me. It’s a hot and steamy ride — from
13: Dealing with divorce? With Sali Hughes
It's been more than ten years since Sali Hughes, The Guardian’s resident beauty columnist, went through a divorce. But she says it's still the most traumatic thing she's ever been through.In this episode Sali joins Anna and divorce coach, Maxine Clancy, in the studio to reflect on her experience and offer advice to a listener in the early stages of a separation. Together they share tips on how to
12: Do I have ADHD? With Shaparak Khorsandi
Ever wondered if you have ADHD? In the past it seemed like this was a label reserved only for naughty boys, but these days more adults than ever are being diagnosed with the condition. Which begs the question: do some of us have it and don't even know? In this episode Anna is joined by comedian Shaparak Khorsandi, whose life was transformed for the better when she was diagnosed with ADHD (attentio
Introducing... Best Friend Therapy
Feed your soul with nourishing conversations from two best friends, one therapist - and zero filter. Listen to Best Friend Therapy with Elizabeth Day and Emma Reed-Turrell on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11: Losing weight for my wedding? With Vicky Pattison
Everyone wants to look their best for their wedding, but is it healthy to lose weight just for the big day? In this episode Anna is joined by Geordie Shore icon, body positivity advocate and soon-to-be-bride Vicky Pattison. Together, the pair grapple with a dilemma from a nutritionist who’s feeling conflicted: she tells her engaged clients they shouldn't lose weight just to look 'better', but now
10: Anxiety in parenthood? With Suzi Ruffell
Suzi Ruffell is a professional comedian, a parent, and one of few people who has managed to turn crippling anxiety into a successful comedy show. So Anna knew she was the person to call on for this week’s dilemma, which comes from a parent who's feeling anxious about the fact they're feeling anxious.With the help of our resident psychotherapist, the wonderful Sam Pennells-Nkolo, Anna and Suzi cons
9: From burn-out to dating as a doting dog-parent — An extended quick-fire round with Owen O’Kane
Owen O’Kane is a best-selling author and a qualified psychotherapist. His advice is hailed by the likes of Benedict Cumberbatch, Dame Kelly Holmes, and Fearne Cotton, so Anna is keen to make the most of having him in the studio and mine him for as much advice as possible. In order to take full advantage of Owen’s expertise, this episode runs a little differently than usual. Anna puts several list
8: Partner with depression? With Evanna Lynch
Actor Evanna Lynch has come a long way since she played Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films. In this episode she looks back on her own relationships and mental health struggles to offer advice to a listener who’s concerned her partner is depressed.Anna and Evanna are joined by our resident psychotherapist Sam Pennells-Nkolo from The London Practice, as they ask: how much responsibility do we h
7: Finding joy after loss? With Sarah Keyworth
When comedian Sarah Keyworth lost their good friend Paul, they were floored by the strength of their grief. In the end, the only way to process it was to talk about the friendship in their stand-up routines, and relive the joyful, and sometimes silly, moments they enjoyed together. In this episode, Sarah reflects on their experience as they join Anna to unpack a dilemma from a listener who is grie
6: Envious of my stepchildren? With Kate Ferdinand
This week's dilemma is one of the rawest we've had so far, so we brought Kate Ferdinand (the queen of blended families!) into the studio for some expert support. Listen in as Anna and Kate help out a step-mum who admits that when her stepchildren are around, she resents not being her partner's 'number one'. Along the way Kate discusses being step-mum to footballer Rio Ferdinand’s kids, and shares
5: Sharing my fertility struggles? With Izzy Judd
When Izzy Judd and her husband Harry decided to start a family, they had no idea what kind of journey lay ahead of them. They battled through miscarriage, IVF and some very dark days to get to where they are now - a happy family of five. In this week’s episode Izzy joins Anna to tackle a dilemma from a midwife who’s going through IVF. She wishes her friends and family could understand what she’s g
4: Coming out in later life? With Dr Ranj Singh
Medical doctor and TV presenter Ranj Singh came out at the age of thirty after being married to a woman. In this episode he and Anna reflect on their own experiences of coming out, and unpack a dilemma from a gay woman who wants her male exes to know that their relationship was authentic.We want to thank Erene Hadjiioannou who joined Anna and Ranj for this recording. Erene is an Integrative Psycho
