Her Discussions by Dr Faye
Her Discussions is a podcast that provides honest, unfiltered conversations about women's health, hosted by Dr. Faye Bate, a medical doctor and creator. Each week, she and her guests discuss taboo topics, groundbreaking research, and personal experiences to dismantle myths and challenge stigma. The podcast aims to empower women with knowledge about their body, mind, and wellbeing, covering subjects like fertility, hormones, mental health, and systemic inequalities in healthcare.
Episodes
Things That Help You REGULATE Your Nervous System When You're ANXIOUS| Mini Episode
Another Thursday, another mini episode!Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Ailey who is a leading voice in somatic psychology. She was a professional ballerina and Miss Canada before her own trauma led her to become a charte
Nutritionist Explains: The #1 Reason You’re Always Hungry
What if everything you've been told about GOOD and BAD food is making your relationship with food worse?In today's episode, we're joined by nutritionist Joshua Hills, who turned the pain of growing up with a mother battling anorexia into a career helping thousands rebuild their relationship with food.We explore what's actually happening when calorie tracking apps and ‘clean eating’
Career Secrets We're Never Told | Mini Episode
Another Thursday, another mini episode!Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Heather Elkington who is one of the UK’s leading leadership experts, an author, and a TEDx speaker who has been featured in Forbes and GQ.In the full
#1 Nutritionist: How Women Should Eat and Exercise To Improve Their Health
GIVEAWAY ALERT!Sarah is kindly gifting a copy of her new book ‘Healthy Shouldn’t Be This Hard’. To enter, reshare this episode to your Instagram stories and tag us @herdiscussionspodcast. We’ll pick a winner and announce it on our stories next week 🤍What if the real problem isn't what you're eating, but what's eating you?In today’s episode, we’re joined by nutritionist and former model Sarah Ann M
Top Psychologist: The #1 Advice Everyone Needs To Hear If They Experience Burnout | Mini Episode
Another Thursday, another mini episode!Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Ritika Birah who is one of the UK's leading psychologists and speakers, with over 17 years of clinical experience.In the full episode, we disc
60 Minutes Of Brutal Truths Every PEOPLE PLEASER Need To Learn
What would happen if you learned to say no?In today’s episode, we’re joined by award-winning therapist Paula Williams, who has over 25 years of clinical experience working across trauma, addiction, EMDR, generational healing and identity reconstruction.We explore what’s actually happening in the body when you feel overwhelmed or unable to truly switch off, even when nothing is wrong on the surface
We've Been Lied To About Women's Health & Their Hormones | Mini Episode
You know what day it is!Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Sarah Hill who is a leading voice on hormonal changes and the female brain. In the full episode, we discuss:💊 How the pill actually affects you 😔 Tips for when y
Healthy Skin 101: This Is What A Dermatologist Wants Every Woman To Know
This video is not an ad, but Doctor Lucy does partner with La Roche-Posay in her clinical project.In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Lucy Thomas, ConsultantDermatologist leading the way in innovation, supporting the advancement and implementation of world-first AI technology where she works at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS FT. So far across the UK, this technology has already helped ass
A Sleep Expert Reveals How to Fix Your Sleep (For Good) | Mini Episode
Would a sleep expert buy these?Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Lindsay Browning, one of the UK's leading sleep experts, holding a doctorate in insomnia from the University of Oxford.In the full episode, we discuss
Public School vs State School | The Class Divide Nobody Wants to Talk About
In today's episode, we're joined by Sophie Pender, founder of the 93% Club and Forbes 30 Under 30, who built the UK's biggest network for state educated people after realising that class in the workplace was the one thing nobody was talking about honestly.We talk about what classism really looks like in 2026, private vs public school experiences, and how your background can shape your
Skincare Routine for Glass Skin + BEST Korean Products | Mini Episode
Would a dermatologist buy these?Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Justine, an acne dermatologist and skincare expert, featured in Vogue, The Sunday Times, and more. In the full episode, we discuss:💖 5 products to fade a
The #1 CONFIDENCE Expert's Blueprint On Mastering Every Conversation
In today’s episode, we’re joined by voice and confidence expert Caroline Goyder, who helps people understand what’s actually happening when your voice shakes, your mind goes blank, or you suddenly start overthinking mid-sentence.We also get into why confidence isn’t about ‘faking it’, how your nervous system directly impacts the way you speak, and the small, practical shifts that make you sound ca
Sex Expert: Every Girl Should Watch This By 25 | Mini Episode
Another Thursday, another mini episode!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Kate Moyle who is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual and relationship therapists and authors.In the full episode, we discuss:👀 the biggest lies we’r
7 Wardrobe Essentials That Make You Look Put-Together Every Day | Celebrity Stylist
Are you still trying to figure out your personal style in your 20s?In this episode, we’re joined by stylist Flick Bartlett, who has worked with celebrities including Amber Davies, Binky Felstead, and Vanessa White, creating looks that feel effortless but still like you.We also get into where to shop for better pieces without overbuying, how to decide what to keep or get rid of in your wardrobe, an
How To Become Financially Stable In Your 20s | Mini Episode
Your latest mini episode is here!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes.This week, we're revisiting our episode with Ola, a leading voice in financial health, featured in BBC News, The Financial Times, and Elle. She’s the perfect guest to answer all your questions about this topic, helping you stop stressing and start bui
Why Diet Culture Taught Women to Fear Carbs (and Why it’s Hurting Your Running)
What if your training isn’t as effective as you think? 🏃Siân Seccombe is a sports nutritionist, endurance runner, and content creator focused on fueling strategies for athletes.In this episode, we break down the reason behind running influencer injuries, how to properly fuel yourself, and why you could be harming your body without even realising.What you’ll learn:⚠️ 7 signs you’re under-fuelling y
What Actually Helps Your Brain? | Mini Episode
Your latest mini episode is here!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we're revisiting our episode with Anne-Sophie, a leading voice in neuroscience and a global speaker. In this episode, she shares simple, science-backed ways to look after your brain and slow
60 Minutes of Nutrition Advice Every Woman Should Know | Nutrition Expert
Why protein deficiency doesn’t actually exist, and the one nutrient 96 % of Britons are missing in their diet.Dr Federica Amati is a Head Nutritionist at ZOE and a medical scientist specialising in gut health and nutrition.In this episode, she shares the foods every woman should never miss in their diet, the simplest tip to reduce bloating, and her favourite nutritious meals that take less than 12
Can These Products Improve Your Sex Life? | Mini Episode
Another week, another mini episode for you!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Tara. Dr Tara is a leading sex and relationships expert on Celebs Go Dating, Ted speaker and featured in Cosmopolitan.In the full episode, we di
60 Minutes That Will Completely Change Your Opinion On Trans People
Kenny Ethan Jones is a leading trans activist and author, and the first trans man to front a period campaign.We explore how to find your true identity, how and why people detransition, and the influence J.K. Rowling has on trans people.What you’ll learn:🙌 How to support trans people in everyday life📚 The 1 book to read to understand the struggles trans people face🧠 How to deal with self-confidence
Beauty Items You (Don’t) Need | Mini Episode
We're back with another mini episode for you!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we're revisiting our episode with Ordinary Emm. Ordinary Emm is a leading critic of an industry worth over 1 trillion that aims to make women feel bad about themselves, influencin
7 Tactics To Get OUT Of A Rut | Psychologist and Burnout Expert
Dr Ritika Birah is one of the UK's leading psychologists and speakers, with over 17 years of clinical experience.We'll explore how to deal with burnout, tips for achieving a better work–life balance, and how to let go of people-pleasing and perfectionism.What you’ll learn:📘 3 journal prompts to ask yourself if you can’t afford therapy🍵 5-step anti-burnout evening routine💼 How to stop think
Buy or Bye Bye with Fertility Expert | Mini Episode
A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we're revisiting our episode with Dr Nagla. Dr Nagla is one of the UK’s leading fertility experts and last year’s most popular guest on Her Discussions Podcast.In
I Said YES twice... the Full Engagement Story
How do you actually know if they’re the one?This week’s episode is a little more personal… and a lot more special.After sharing my engagement news, I was flooded with messages, questions, and stories from so many of you. So instead of just telling the story, I wanted to turn this into something deeper… a proper conversation about love, commitment, and the decisions that shape your life. Because sa
Buy or Bye Bye with a Food Expert | Mini Episode
A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a quick breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we are looking back at our episode with Professor Sarah Berry, one of the UK's leading experts in nutrition, a researcher at King's College London, and
Career Expert: Watch This If You Want a Successful Career
Heather Elkington is one of the UK’s leading leadership experts, an author, and a TEDx speaker who has been featured in Forbes and GQ.We'll explore how to choose a career you’ll love, how to earn respect at work, and the biggest career mistakes every girl should know.What you’ll learn:👛 Hack to get paid x3 times your salary **🤍 How to stop being a people pleaser⭐ Ways to get other people to re
Buy or Bye Bye with Gut-Brain Expert: The Best Anti-Inflammatory Products To Buy
A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE!Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a quick breakdown of what actually works for your health.This week, we’re starting with Dr Caitlin Hall. Dr Caitlin is a leading voice in neuroscience and nutrition and a PhD-trained expert in the gut microbiome-brain axis.In th
Sex Expert: The Sex Ed Lesson Every Girl Should Have by 25
Dr Tara is a leading sex and relationships expert on Celebs Go Dating, a TED speaker, and featured in Cosmopolitan.In this episode, we’ll explore all about libido, how to foster connection and novelty in long-term relationships and even ethical non-monogamy. What you’ll learn:💕 1 question every couple should ask themselves✨ The £5 item to bring more novelty into your relationship💬 3 tips to fix co
What Women AREN'T Told About Cycles, Hormones and The Pill | Female Brain Expert | Dr Sarah Hill
Dr Sarah Hill is a leading voice on hormonal changes and the female brain.In this episode, we’ll explore how your menstrual cycle and birth control impact your brain, along with daily habits and supplements that can help you manage these symptoms 💗What you’ll learn:💊 How the pill actually affects you😔 Tips for when your period makes you moody⭐ 3 supplements every woman should take💔 The truth about
Food Expert: 7 PROVEN Ways To Nurture Your Body
Professor Sarah Berry is one of the UK's leading experts in nutrition, a researcher at King's College London, and the Chief Scientist at ZOE.We'll explore the truth behind glucose spikes, what you need to know about seed oils, and how to navigate misinformation about nutrition on social media.What you’ll learn:🥜 2 foods that stop you from overeating👝 The perfect recipe to avoid ordering Deliveroo🥯
Sleep Expert: How to *ACTUALLY* Fix Your Sleep
Dr Lindsay Browning is one of the UK's leading sleep experts, holding a doctorate in insomnia from the University of Oxford.In this episode, we'll explore how to fall asleep faster, manage night shifts, and discover which sleep products are actually worth your money.What you’ll learn:⭐ How to silence a busy mind before sleep🦉 Tips to make mornings easier (even if you hate them)🌜 How to sto
Sex Expert: Every Girl Should Know These Facts by 25
Note: At 58:37, we talk about sexual assault, traumatic sexual experiences, and PTSD - if you find these topics triggering, please skip to 1:02:56.Kate Moyle is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual and relationship therapists and authors.In this episode, we’ll explore how to manage uneven sex drive, the truth about libido and orgasms and how to rebuild intimacy in long-term relationships.What you’
Fertility Expert: The Hour Everyone Should Listen to Before Freezing Their Eggs
Dr Nagla is one of the UK’s leading fertility experts and last year’s most popular guest on Her Discussions Podcast.In this episode, we’ll explore the best time to freeze your eggs, what happens in the process, and the truth about fertility supplements.Note: In the discussion about egg vs. embryo freezing, embryos can also be frozen using donor sperm, even if you don’t have a partner.What you’ll l
CHANGE YOUR LIFE for £0 | ultimate 2026 goals setting strategy (+ free template)
It’s wild that research shows a goal-setting gap, meaning women set goals lower than men. That’s why I had to record this episode.This is the perfect goal-setting strategy that combines all the possible strategy frameworks you could think of, along with a couple you’ve never heard of, into one.But first, please don’t forget to subscribe, it really helps us to grow this podcast 🤍Resources & lin
Gut-Brain Expert: Best Proven Anti-inflammatory Foods
Dr Caitlin is a leading voice in neuroscience and nutrition and a PhD-trained expert in the gut microbiome–brain axis.In this episode, we’ll look at how the gut affects the brain, how to take care of it, and ways to handle stress, anxiety, and IBS.What you’ll learn:🍌 best proven anti-inflammatory foods💩 eat 2 of this fruit if you can’t poo💗 what you need to know about gut health if you have PCOS,
Psychologist: Methods To Manage Anxiety, Stress and Burnout
ad Discover probiotics that actually work. Smart Strains delivers the right strain, dose, and format, backed by real clinical trials.Have a look:https://smartstrains.com/?utm_source=herdiscussions&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=herdicussionspod&utm_id=Faye+BateAiley is a leading voice in somatic psychology. She was a Prima Ballerina and Miss Canada before her own trauma led her to bec
Skincare Expert: Affordable Routine + Best Korean Skin Products
ad Discover probiotics that actually work. Smart Strains delivers the right strain, dose, and format, backed by real clinical trials.Have a look:https://smartstrains.com/?utm_source=herdiscussions&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=herdicussionspod&utm_id=Faye+BateDr Justine is an acne dermatologist and skincare expert, featured in Vogue, The Sunday Times, and more.In this episode, we’ll
5 Habits To Be A HIGH ACHIEVER in 2026
ad Discover probiotics that actually work. Smart Strains delivers the right strain, dose, and format, backed by real clinical trials.Have a look:https://smartstrains.com/?utm_source=herdiscussions&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=herdicussionspod&utm_id=Faye+BateHow many years in a row have you promised yourself you’ll achieve a certain goal that just never happens?Then, this is the vid
Why You Feel Ugly All The Time
Ordinary Em is a leading critic of an industry worth over 1 trillion that aims to make women feel bad about themselves, influencing and rethinking their social media consumption.In this episode, we’ll be digging into how tactics used by the beauty industry affect us, discussing the dangers of social media culture, and how to free ourselves from the expectations that have been imposed on us as wome
Stop Letting Your Period Control Your Life | PMS & PMDD
(TW: This video contains mentions of suicidal feelings)Do you ever feel like you turn into a totally different person right before your period, crying over silly things, snapping at people you love, or feeling so low you can’t function? You’re not ‘being dramatic’. There are real chemical and neurological reasons PMS and PMDD hit some women much harder than others.If your luteal phase brings brain
How To Get 99% Ahead of MOST People In Your 20s | Finance Expert
It's honestly shocking how little we're taught about money, given how big a role it plays in our lives. That's why I knew we needed an episode on money, as financial health is just as important as physical health.Ola is a leading voice in financial health, featured in BBC News, The Financial Times, and Elle. She’s the perfect guest to answer all your questions about this topic, helping
Brain Expert: 2 Signs Your Nervous System Is Dysregulated
Did you know planning a holiday may give you more dopamine than actually going on one?This is for the girls who want to understand their brains, reduce stress, and create routines that work with their brains, not against them.Anne-Sophie is a leading voice in neuroscience and a global speaker, and in this episode, she shares simple, science-backed ways to look after your brain and slow cognitive d
Stop Hair Loss, Reverse Greys and Grow Hair | Dermatologist Tips
Have you ever wondered what’s causing your hair loss, how to stop it, which blood tests to do, or the best way to care for and wash your hair?If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to look after your hair, this episode is for you!Dr Adel is a Consultant Dermatologist specialising in hair loss for both children and adults. She earned her MBBS with distinction from St Bartholome
I'm Finally Ready To Talk: The Real Reason I Quit Being a Doctor...
Have you ever felt like you weren’t good enough or been angry at how women’s health is ignored?These are some of the things I’ve never spoken about before, and that could change your outlook on life and your health.What you'll learn:How to be unashamed and unapologetically youHow to gain a fresh appreciation for lifeThe real damage misinformation can makeHow to thrive in environments full of ego a
You Need To STOP Making THIS Fitness Mistake! Health and Sport Science Expert
I was so shocked when I found out our generation is moving less frequently than previous generations.If you looking to get active or improve your performance but feel you have no time, no idea where to begin, or how to distinguish between fact and fiction - this episode is for you.Dr. Mimi is a leading expert in sports science. After training for marathons while working 72-hour weeks and night shi
Sobriety Advocate: I Wish More People Knew THIS About Alcohol
Ever wondered how alcohol actually affects your body?After this episode, you'll understand why hangovers trigger anxiety, how to break the drinking-guilt loop, and how to quiet a busy mind without reaching for a drink.About the guest:Millie GoochAuthor/writer, speaker + sober girlMSc mental health + addictionFounder @sobergirlsocietyInstagram: @milliegoochTopics we cover:What does a healthy relati
Gut Health Expert: The Truth About Your Gut
Have you ever wondered how probiotics, antibiotics, and stress affect your gut?If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to improve your gut health, this episode is for you!About the guest:Dr Megan Rossi, PhD, Rd, APD is an internationally renowned gut health scientist with an award-winning PhD in probiotics, dietitian, nutritionist and best-selling author with a mission to inspi
12 Things You Should NEVER Do | As A Doctor
This is what I wish more people knew about as a doctor obsessed with women's health and what I would never do.With fertility rates declining, misinformation being spread by the president of the USA, and women's health conditions like endometriosis affecting 1 in 10 women, it has never been more vital for you to learn about your body from reliable sources.Topics we cover:Keeping your period
Women’s Health GP: How To Make Your Doctor Listen | Do THIS Before Your Next Appointment
Have you ever felt dismissed by a doctor and been labelled as ‘too dramatic’?If speaking up for yourself feels difficult, today you'll learn:Practical tools to advocate for yourselfHow to ask for better answers without guilt (people-pleasing girls, I see you 👀)How to prepare for a doctor's appointmentAbout the guest:Dr Tosin Sotubo-Ajayi | MDFamily Doctor (GP), Women’s Health Advocate, Hea
Love Islander Turned Activist: Why I Got An Abortion
Sharon Gaffka opens up about what it was really like growing up mixed-race in the UK, entering beauty pageants despite the criticism, getting spiked on a night out, and why she’s now fighting to stop it from happening to other women.She also shares her experience with abortion and the backlash she faced after making that decision about her own body.Sharon Gaffka, Her Discussions Podcast.FIND US ON
Fertility Expert: Every Girl Should Know Before 25
If you’ve ever wondered whether the pill is compromising your fertility, worried you left egg freezing too late, or Googled “am I infertile?” because you’ve PCOS, you are not broken; you need answers.So many of us only start asking questions about fertility as we approach 30, and the panic sets in. By then, we’re drowning in half-truths and shame that makes us feel like we should have known better
How to Build a Relationship With Yourself, Especially If You Don't Like Your Body
What if everything you believed about your body was wrong?At 11, Nelly London started struggling with body image, eating disorders, and failed surgeries. But after years of shame, struggle, and healing, she is rewriting her story and helping hundreds of thousands of others do the same. In this chat, Nelly shares:⭐ How to forgive your body and release guilt once and for all⭐ The mindset shift that
Women’s Health Expert: It Took Me 30+ Years To Realise This
Dr Nighat has never had an easy path.Born in Pakistan, she immigrated to the UK at 9 years old. Since then, she’s been pushing against barriers: in her community, in medicine, and in society at large.However, she turned that resistance into purpose. As a GP, broadcaster, and author, she’s dedicated her career to breaking the silence and challenging the taboos around women’s health, from periods to
How I Took Control of Endometriosis and Inflammation
Sophie Richards endured excruciating chronic pain for 5 years before finally getting an answer. After a medical misdiagnosis and the wrong surgery, she was forced to quit her job and felt completely dismissed.But as soon as she found doctors who listened and understood her endometriosis and inflammatory symptoms, everything changed. She knew she had to share her experience, and now has an audience
Leaving EVERYTHING behind, to follow her dreams
Dr Sarah is leaving everything behind to travel to Antarctica. She will spend a year researching how the human body reacts to Mars-like conditions, contributing to making space exploration safer for women too.She’ll also be one of the very few women to have lived and worked in Antarctica, breaking boundaries and inspiring the next generation of girls.This chat is for the girl with big dreams and r
The 10-Min Daily Habit to Find Purpose, Set Boundaries & Finally Be YOU
If you’re struggling with people-pleasing, body image, or constantly putting others first, you’re not alone. In this first episode, Savannah Sachdev opens up about her journey through childhood challenges, anxiety, and societal pressures, and the 10-minute daily habit that helped her find purpose, set boundaries, and finally feel at home in her body.We dive deep into:Savannah’s early years at boar
