A Cuppa Love
After the success of her podcast ‘A Cuppa Happy’, Joss Stone launches a new series ‘A Cuppa Love’, co-hosting with soul singer Lemar Obika to add a male perspective. Each episode, they answer public questions and feature guests like relationship counselors and therapists to discuss love and relationships.
Episodes
A Cuppa Love - Cute Meet with KT Tunstall
KT Tunstall’s heart is as captivating as her music! In this heart-filling episode KT talks us through her relationship with love as she shares the moments, the lessons, the heartbreaks and the joys that have shaped her journey.
The 20th Anniversary Edition of KT Tunstall’s album Eye To The Telescope is out now! Find out more, including details of her forthcoming shows, here: https://www.kttunstal
A Cuppa Love - How To Live The Masculine Blueprint with GS Youngblood.
In this powerful episode GS Youngblood shares his wisdom, his compassion and his deeply insightful perspective on how men can show up with more presence, clarity, and heart in their relationship.
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A Cuppa Love - Master Your Marriage with Robert and Sharla Snow
Meet the powerhouse duo behind Master Your Marriage. Robert and Sharla’s passion for helping couples reconnect and grow is infectious! They bring heart, wisdom, laughter and real life tools that we can all utilise to build deeper connection and keep love alive.
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A Cuppa Love - Go Kiss Your Partners (with tongues!) with Joss’ mama Wendy Joseph
Due to a small scheduling hiccup our professional guests couldn’t join us this week, but fear not, we have our own ‘pretend professional’ here to join us for A Cuppa Love. Welcome Joss’ mum Wendy Joseph.
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A Cuppa Love - Attachment patterns with Dr Hensley.
Dr Hensley specialises in helping people understand and manage their own attachment patterns, so they can build healthier connections, deepen intimacy and strengthen every relationship in their lives.
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A Cuppa Love - The Bend Framework with Kate Gray.
In this chat we unpack some big topics - detachment, boundaries, the importance of putting yourself first and the rising trend of estrangement from abusive parents. This episode is full of practical tips and deep insights.
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A Cuppa Love - The Perfect Husband with Nick Matiash
Big thanks to Nick for sharing his wisdom, his story, and for being the kind of guy who genuinely wants to help people to love better.
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A Cuppa Love - The Wound Lens with Stephanie Lindeman
Stephanie talks to us about why it’s our responsibility to manage our own distress, the differences between men and women and what she calls ‘the wound lens’, the filter we sometimes see life through shaped by our past hurts
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A Cuppa Love - Building stronger relationships and families with Scott Anderson.
Scott Anderson teaches us that love takes intentional effort, showing up for your partner, valuing each other and keeping that connection alive no matter what life throws at you.
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A Cuppa Love - Your problem can often be your solution with Rabbi Shais Taub
A very special episode with Rabbi Shais Taub full of insight and compassion and a beautiful reminder of what it means to live with love and awareness.
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A Cuppa Love - Believe in Yourself with Max Trombly
In this conversation Max makes the tough stuff sound possible. He reminds us that the very things we fear aren’t bad at all and are signs we’re growing. We learn that we all can take control of our paths when we truly get to know ourselves.
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Season 2 Episode One : It’s better to have an honest jerk than a kind liar with Rick and Andrea Yee?
In this episode we dive into a raw and unfiltered conversation about the support men need in relationships and why it so often gets overlooked. This is a conversation about language, gender, balance and responsibility.
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Episode Twelve : Season Finale
This is the final episode of A Cuppa Love and what a journey it’s been! In this special wrap up Joss and Lemar sit down with a nice Cuppa Love to look back at all the incredible guests and brilliant insights they’ve shared through this series.
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Episode Eleven: Never do Leg Day
This week we sat down with Couples Practitioner Baya Voce for a Cuppa Love.
We spoke a lot about how to repair and reconnect, how the most interesting person in the room is the most interested, how to better our communication with the ones we love, perspective vs perception, the disillusionment phase and why you shouldn't skip the "leg day" in your relationship.
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Episode Ten: Taking The Hand with Lisa McFarland
In this weeks episode we sat down with Northan Irelands leading relationship coach Lisa McFarland.
We discussed how to communicate like adults and not like teenagers, the different ways to approach masculine and feminine energy, leaving the word "you" out when taking up issues with your partner, how useful safe words can be in day to day life and what it's like to have a Mum that posts juicy th
Episode Nine: Your Chakras Are All Closed, Babe
In Episode Nine we speak to leading Sex Therapist, Author, TV Host and my dear friend Dr. Laura Berman.
We speak about manifestation in all its forms, how many times you should you try to have Sex in a week to keep the flame alive, a magical reaction that happens in the body during conception, porn culture, how we move our sexual energy and of course... Chakras.
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Episode Eight: Dating Advice in "Plain English"
She speaks softly like a butterfly but stings like a bee, this week's guest is "Canada's Dating Coach" Chantal Heide.
She teaches us her new boundaried approach to dating, her distinction between Guys and Girls and Men and Women, something particularly awful that can happen to your armpit if you follow the wrong advice and a whole load more. Now fill up your kettle and lets get into it!
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Episode Seven: The Lottery of Love
In this weeks episode we sat down for a cuppa with Divorce Lawyer, Author and secret sweetheart/romantic James Sexton.
We discussed facts and figures on the likelihood of a marriage lasting, what he believes the main reasons are for divorce, his top tips on how to avoid entering "his office" and a load more! Despite the potentially morbid subject matter we had a real laugh with this one while l
Episode Six: Negotiating Your Relationships (No Hostages Necessary)
On this weeks Pod we sat down with Executive Coach, Author, Former Hostage Negotiator and Communication EXPERT Ryan Dunlap.
We discuss Internalising Peace instead of Conflict, the difference between acceptance and agreement, how self awareness is the starting point to true communication and a whole lot more!
So get that kettle on quick and enjoy this weeks Cuppa Love.
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Episode Five: Kim doesn't think Men are Dogs
This week we had a Cuppa Love with relationship coach Kim Polinder.
We discuss how the body responds to trauma and how to manage those feelings, how to combat addiction, the art of arguing and most importantly, that Kim doesn't think that Men are Dogs.
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Episode Four: Mama knows best!
On this weeks episode we have the one and only Wendy, Mama Stone, my Mum
Episode Three: Lulled into love by Adaeze Chiwoko
In this episode, we cozied up with Manchester’s very own marriage coach, Adaeze Chiwoko — and let’s just say, things got steamy.
She took us on a sultry journey through the art of keeping the spark alive in long-term relationships, which Lemar thoroughly enjoyed (possibly a little too much… someone get this man a fan).
As always, we covered everything from romance to real talk — and had a blast
Episode Two: Honest Jeff
This week on A Cuppa Love, we’re joined by the wonderfully honest, empathetic and funny Jeff Gunther — licensed therapist, author of Big Dating Energy, and host of the podcast Problem Solved.
Jeff believes even the most mundane tasks — like cleaning the loo or taking the bins out — can be sexy. Seriously. For those of us deep into long-term love, there's still hope for passion (even if your partn
Episode One: Mr Badass talks LOVE
Welcome to the electrifying world of Sven Erlandson where transformation knows no bounds.
In this episode we cover so many topics including the benefits of journaling, whether males experience sex differently to females and effecting change by looking internally.
Dive into Sven's groundbreaking wisdom in his recent masterpiece ‘There’s a Hole in My Love Cup: The Baddass Counseling Method for Hea
Introducing A Cuppa Love Season One
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Richard Stoker - How easy is it to be Joss Stone's dad?
Today, I'm speaking to my dad, Richard Stoker.
Sweetheart? Yes.
Savage? Definitely!
While I was growing up, he was the yin to my mum's yang and a huge influence in shaping how I think about happiness. Dad has always had strong views on how we should live, make decisions, and think about problems. It's different to most people, but it's got him a long way... And he's a pretty happy guy.
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Donna Ashworth - Why you should connect with more women who love themselves
Donna Ashworth’s poems have empowered and comforted thousands during the pandemic. As a Sunday Times Bestselling author, Donna uses her inspiring writing to shed light on complex issues and topics such as womanhood, body image, ageing, grief, self-love, parenting and marriage.
In this profound conversation with Joss, the two discuss Donna’s career, the importance of making friends with women wit
Uri Geller - Open yourself to gratitude and unleash your psychic powers
Uri Geller has a lifetime of expertise in psychokinesis and telepathy. Famous for his mind blowing performances of spoon bending, Uri has had a very long spanning and rich career as a world-renowned illusionist and magician.
In this entertaining conversation with Joss, Uri shares stories about riding a train with Micheal Jackson to Exeter, how he was subject to experiments by the MI5 and the CIA,
Richard Wiseman - Doing the “opposite” and embracing change
Professor, writer, illusionist and public speaker Richard Wiseman, is one of the key figures in Britain promoting experimental psychology. From publishing successful books on luck, deception, self-development, illusion and sleep, to finding creative ways for audiences to interact with the discipline, such as no-performer shows and immersive theatre experiences, Richard’s work is both innovative an
Laura Berman - How to Release Emotions, Begin Healing and Reach Grace
Relationship therapist and television host Laura Berman has spent a lifetime giving advice and writing on relationships, sex and love. During the pandemic, a personal tragedy made Laura and her family cope with what seemed like an impossible time to live through.
On her second appearance on A Cuppa Happy, Laura shares her reflections on grief, healing and how to vent emotions and begin moving from
Arron Crascall - Pushing Boundaries and Channelling Our Inner Child
In the space of just six years, comedian and vlogger Arron Crascall went from being a family man working as a bookmaker in Dover, to an internet comedy phenomenon creating a plethora of funny videos, sketches and clips of pranks in public spaces.
In this entertaining conversation with Joss, Arron tells us about his incredible career journey, being a parent in a haunted house, how to lose inhibiti
Gretchen Rubin - “How do I get people - including myself - to do what I want?” What’s your tendency?
Multi-award winning author and podcaster Gretchen Rubin has spent her career delving into the weird and wonderful world of human nature, habits and happiness. During this conversation, the two discuss Gretchen’s famous ‘Four Tendencies’ framework, and try to understand how we can find our own individual methods to become happier, healthier and more productive. As when we know ourselves and what wo
Krystyna Hutchinsen - Cancel Culture in Comedy and How to Tackle Slut-Shaming and Abusive Relationships
Comedian, actress and co-host of the highly acclaimed podcast “Guys We F****d”, Krystyna Hutchinsen uses her quick-witted and clever humour to make poignant comedy about feminism, slut-shaming, abuse and other important cultural topics. During this relaxed and casual conversation, the two discuss the importance of supporting friends in abusive relationships, cancel culture in comedy, open relation
Ethan Kross - Understand The Voice in Your Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It | Chatter
Pioneering neuroscientist, psychologist and teacher Ethan Kross has spent many years researching how to understand and control our conscious mind. In this enlightening conversation with Joss, Ethan shares how techniques such as speaking to yourself in the third person or mental time travel can help us cope with the anxiety caused by our inner voices.
The two of them also discuss the importance o
Siobhan Miller - Why You Shouldn’t watch the BBC’s This Is Going To Hurt’ From The CEO & Founder Of The Positive Birth Company
As a qualified hypnobirthing practitioner, Siobhan Miller is on a mission to ensure women go into labour with a positive mindset and confidence in their choices. Through her Positive Birth Company, she teaches women and their partners that a positive birth does not have to be a perfect birth, and aims to dispel the myths around childbirth that lead so many to associate it with fear and pain.
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Robert Waldinger - Lessons From A Zen Priest & The World’s Longest Running Study Of Adult Life
The Harvard Study of Adult Development is one of the longest running studies of adult life the world has ever seen. In this episode, the study’s director, Professor Robert Waldinger, explains to Joss how it has enabled researchers to track the lives of 724 men - including one former President - since 1938. After sharing some of the study’s findings, Robert explains how he came to be a Zen priest,
Matthew McConaughey - The capacity to believe
Matthew McConaughey is a household name, best known for his captivating portrayals on the silver screen, but here we find out that there is so much more to him than his award winning performances and smooth charm.
A born storyteller, he reveals a deep love for poetry, writing and spirituality. Digging a little deeper he reflects on a passionate (albeit dysfunctional) love story within his family,
Season 3 starts with a bang!
Joss Stone is back with a new season of A Cuppa Happy, the podcast where she speaks to fascinating people about finding happiness. This season she'll speak to a professor running the longest study into happiness, movie stars, comedians, and a whole host of happiness experts as she tries to tie down this elusive emotion.
Some of the guests this season include Matthew McConaughey, Krystyna Hutchinso
Scott C. Anderson - The gut brain axis
Author of The Psychobiotic Revolution Scott C. Anderson, joins Joss to chat all things gut microbiome. In an episode jam packed with mind blowing insights, you’ll find how the gut brain axis could be affecting many aspects of your life - from who you choose as a romantic partner, to whether you choose to succumb to that junk food craving.
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John Edward - Opening up to the unknown
John Edward is a television personality, author and psychic medium, who’s best know for his show Crossing Over. He chats with Joss about energy, the ‘clairs’ and opening up to the idea of the unknown.
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Paul Conroy - Finding light amongst horrors of war
He’s worked in some of the most war torn places on earth, and yet amongst this chaos he’s met the most positive and good humoured people. As a war photographer Paul Conroy was used to experiencing the horrors of conflict a daily basis. In 2012 he entered Syria with journalist Marie Colvin, where they were targeted with artillery by the Assad regime, which sadly Marie did not survive. Paul document
Prof Nutt - Brain chemicals, mental health, and drugs
The renowned scientist Professor David Nutt sits down with Joss to talk about the chemicals in our brain, and the drugs that affect them. He’s not just talking about the legal ones either! A true maverick, he was fired as chief advisor on drugs for the Labour after arguing that drugs legislation is not based on science, and has been on a crusade to get society to have a rethink ever since. For mor
Mo Gawdat - Don't confuse success with happiness
Could there really be a formula for happiness? Find out in part 2 of Joss’ chat with author of Solve for Happy - Mo Gawdat. This far reaching discussion ask whether we can separate our thoughts from our identity, how we mix up success and happiness, and what we can learn from rom coms! Mo’s book is available here.
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Mo Gawdat - Positivity in the face of loss
Author of Solve for Happy, Mo Gawdat joins Joss for a chat about positivity even in the face of overwhelming tragedy. They discuss his formula for a happy life, divine mathematics, and taking control of our happiness. This episode is part 1 of a 2. Mo's book is available here.
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Jo Frost - Being a super parent
Jo Frost has dedicated her life to helping families to lead happier lives, and has been in our homes since the mid noughties with her hit show Supernanny. She talks to Joss about her recent new series, finding your inner child, and of course the famous naughty step.
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Dr Shefali – Birth of the parent and learning from our anxiety
Clinical psychologist and author Dr Shefali knows a thing or two about the mind, and specialises in early childhood development – which is of particular interest to Joss right now! During today’s chat, we find out why the nuclear family is not the only way, the death of the self when you become a parent, and how we can all learn from our anxiety. The Conscious Parent is available on Amazon and all
Shaggy – Our ever evolving relationships, and discovering uncomfortable truths
After an astronomical career that has taken him around the globe and made him a house hold name, Shaggy has had a lot of time to learn about the motivations behind the people who surround him. From working through troubled relationships with his parents, to starting afresh on new music with a brand new team around him. During this candid chat with Joss, they dig deep into these struggles, and the
Lemar – Different points of view
Multi award-winning singer songwriter Lemar is an old friend of Joss, as well being a frequent collaborator. He joins her for a chat about going back to basics with our happiness, privacy in today’s new world, learning to forgive yourself and a whole lot more. Lemar’s podcast, The Lemar Show, is available wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Dave Stewart - Creativity, happy accidents and failing forward
As one half of the band the Eurythmics, Dave Stewart’s music has been in our ears for almost 40 years. An old friend of Joss’ and long time collaborator, this intimate chat was recorded during a writing camp in the Bahamas. In this episode Dave discusses a day in his creative life, embracing failure, and how the iconic smash hit Sweet Dreams was the result of a happy accident.
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Arthur Brooks - Flood it with love!
Arthur is a social scientist, musician, author and host of The Art of Happiness podcast. This week Joss discovers the proven power of thinking positively, what we can learn from monkeys on cocaine, and how to work out those smiling muscles. We all need a bit of that right now!
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Boy George - Addiction, karma and sexuality
Joss speaks to pop icon and front man of Culture Club Boy George. They discuss coming out (and whether we need to), how Buddhism helped him overcome addiction, and how Joss once met the Queen whilst standing bare foot in horse manure.
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Ella Mills - One small step to positive change
Before becoming the successful entrepreneur, author and influencer she is today Ella Mills overcame her fair share of struggle. She chats talks to Joss about her journey so far creating Deliciously Ella, how she found her purpose, and taking the first step on the way to positive change.
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Katie Harvey - Taking control of your present and future
Executive and personal coach Katie Harvey has spent over 18,000 hours on the phone working with individuals to improve their lives. From CEO’s at fortune 500s to musicians to stay at home mum’s – she’s worked with everyone. This chat is packed full of actionable advice, including how we can actively take control of our life, the benefits of focusing on the present and future rather than looking ba
Tara Setmayer - Fighting for what you believe in
Political commentator, podcaster and ex comms director for the Republican Party Tara Setmayer, doesn’t find herself with much down time at the moment – as she fights to stop Donald Trump being elected for a second term in office. In this chat with Joss, she discusses her mission to empower others within the country she loves, and where she finds her happy at home.
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Dacher Keltner - The power paradox and the question of connection
Dacher Keltner is a Professor of Psychology at UC Berkley, an author of books including the Power Paradox and Born to be Good, and the host of the Science of Happiness podcast. He speaks with Joss about his most eye opening discoveries when it comes to power, the 36 questions that can bring any 2 people together, and the importance of touch to our physical health.
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Nitin Sawhney - Shared consciousness through music and more
Taking influences from all corners of the world, Nitin Sawhney lets all aspects of his lived experience permeate his art to create truly original work. In this chat with Joss, he recounts mind expanding experiences that take him from the Amazon rainforest to Australia, and they discuss the intersection between science and spirituality in the wholly confusing quantum realm. Nitin’s new single ‘Life
Wim Hoff - The healing power of the mind
Dutch extreme athlete Wim “The Iceman” Hoff has developed a set of techniques that allow anyone to achieve things previously thought to be impossible. In this inspiring conversation, Joss and Wim discuss how to become strong, happy, and healthy through his methods, and he tells stories of his superhuman undertakings. Get The Wim Hoff Method.
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Meik Wiking - The happiest man on the planet
Meik Wiking is one of today’s most influential happiness researchers. He is the author of multiple New York Times Bestsellers, and the founder of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. During this eye-opening discussion, Joss finds out about the reasons why some countries are happier than others, the risks of social media when it comes to our mental health, and the basic ingredients for a
Dr Laura Berman - Sex therapist
Sex therapist and author Laura Berman has been speaking to couples and individuals for many years in an effort to help them love, and be loved better. In this risqué episode, Laura regales Joss with some colourful anecdotes from her unusual family life. The two of them discuss the difference between men and women as sexual beings, we find out how Joss met her partner, and discover the reasons behi
Derren Brown - Illusionist and stoic
He’s known for his mind bending illusions and telepathic abilities, but Derren Brown is also a fountain of knowledge on the subject of happiness. During this chat with Joss they discuss the Stoic philosophy, how to lead a meaningful life, letting go of the things you can’t control and Derren’s magical ways – and whether he uses them for good or evil in his day to day life. Derren’s book Happy is o
Introducing Joss Stone's A Cuppa Happy
Happiness - the most mysterious of human emotions. It’s elusive, fleeting and often unappreciated until it’s gone. But what exactly is it, and how do we find it? Each week Joss Stone speaks to a host of guests from deep thinkers, to cultural figures - in an effort to find some answers. Expect outlandish theories, occasional disagreements and a whole lot of laughs.
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