I'm Fine
Hosted by supermodel and chronic pain advocate Jean Campbell, this podcast aims to change how we talk about pain. It shares personal stories, mind-body techniques, and practical advice to help listeners cope and thrive despite chronic pain. Each episode explores moving beyond pain toward possibility, positivity, and productivity.
Episodes
Cherif Douamba on Childhood Trauma, Masculinity & Healing Through Creativity
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode of I'm Fine, Jean Campbell sits down with model and filmmaker Cherif Douamba to explore childhood loss, masculinity, self-worth and the healing power of creativity.Born and raised in Ivory Coast, Cherif's life changed when he was scouted on Instagram and launched into the world of high fashion. But behind
Legendary Photographer Mark Lebon on his life experiences: Addiction, Recovery, Heartbreak & Creativity
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Legendary British photographer and filmmaker Mark Lebon joins Jean Campbell for an open and characteristically candid conversation about addiction, recovery, fatherhood, creativity and romantic love.Mark reflects on the moment seeing his young son compelled him to get sober, after believing his drug use might kill him. He explores
Mo Gawdat: Pain Is Okay. Just Don't Go to the Suffering
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I'm Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Mo Gawdat, engineer, entrepreneur, and one of the world's most prominent voices on happiness and artificial intelligence, to explore grief, love, loss, and what it really means to be okay. Mo reflects on a life of extraordinary professional success that left him clinically miserable
Lottie Moss on Her Experience with OnlyFans: The Truth Behind the Decision
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets model and entrepreneur Lottie Moss to explore what it’s like growing up in the public eye, the search for identity and validation, and finding her way back to herself. Lottie reflects on being a bubbly and confident child, her love of the spotlight and dressing-up box, the jelly shoes, and ho
Martin Wade: Former Senior British Army Officer on PTSD and Finding Optimism through Art
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Former Royal Marines lawyer Martin Wade for a profound conversation about PTSD, military service, chronic pain, survival and the unexpected role art has played in rebuilding his life. In this conversation they discuss pain, compassion, responsibility; Martin reflects on the weight of serving
Cora Corré: Grief, Activism & the Legacy of Vivienne Westwood
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell sits down with Cora Corré, friend, model and activist. They discuss family, grief, legacy, and the quiet strength it takes to stay true to yourself under pressure. Cora talks about her grandmother – Vivienne Westwood – growing up and navigating public and private grief, how to protect yourself, how
Anita Bitton: Growing Up as an Adoptee, Mental Health & Building a Legendary Career in Fashion
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Anita Bitton - founder of Establishment Casting one of the fashion industry’s premier casting agencies, renowned for launching iconic faces, redefining beauty, and forging long-standing creative partnerships. A defining force behind the scenes in the fashion industry Anita shares her own jour
Five-Time British Judo Champion Bobby Rich on High Performance and Redefining Pain
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Bobby Rich Judo Champion and one of the most respected elite coaches in UK combat sports. In this episode Bobby discusses a life shaped prepping for tournaments, training, stamina, discipline, discomfort and redefining pain. Aged five he started Judo - and went on to compete at youth and seni
'Try your best to live limitlessly,' Nikki Lilly: Finding Joy, Creativity and Visible Differences
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Nikki Lilly - award-winning creator, British charity campaigner, social media personality, model author and founder of the Butterfly AVM Charity. In this episode Nikki shares her experience growing up with a rare and life-threatening AVM, she explains what this is and how she navigated childh
'What I Learned from Virgil' Kai-Isaiah Jamal on Virgil Abloh and Following Your Dreams
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this bonus episode, Kai-Isaiah Jamal reflects on what they learned from Virgil Abloh about following your dreams, not compromising, and creating without ego.
Kai-Isaiah Jamal: Finding your Voice, your Identity and Finding Freedom
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Poet, Model, Musician and Trans Activist Kai Isaiah Jamal to talk about their journey creating their debut EP Impatiently Waiting, reclaiming autonomy through music, and what it means to build an authentic identity – in fashion, music, the everyday – to own who you are and go beyond other peo
Natasha Silverbell: Parenting without Perfection and Raising Children in a Distracted World
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Natasha Silverbell, mother of three, former model, and CEO of Silver Bell Global, to explore parenting, identity, and the myth of the ‘perfect’ parent. Recorded at The Falcon, Natasha’s psycho-education retreat space, this episode explores what it really means to raise children in a world sha
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk: Trauma, the Body, and the Power of Community
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets psychiatrist and trauma pioneer Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, author of the seminal book The Body Keeps the Score. Recorded at Balliol College, Oxford, after he spoke at the Masters Event this wide-ranging conversation explores what trauma really is — beyond war and catastrophe and why connection,
'Seeing my vision starting to blur' Edward Enninful OBE: on Vision, Fearlessness and Creativity
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Edward Enninful, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer @ee72, and Author of his bestselling autobiography ‘A Visible Man’. In this episode they discuss visibility, vision – creative, emotive and physical and the knowledge and understanding of vulnerability. From the fullness of his life caree
Ballet legend Dame Darcey Bussell: 'the resilience you learn as a dancer, training, & the knocks'
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Dame Darcey Bussell DBE – the celebrated Former Principal of The Royal Ballet and current President of the Royal Academy of Dance to discuss artistry, discipline, grace and perseverance in life – and her journey with dance. From the psychology, the all-immersive, physical and mental strength
Mo Brings Plenty: Cultural Identity, Spirituality and Rebuilding Trust
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Mo Brings Plenty renowned Lakota actor, cultural advisor, advocate and rancher, widely recognized for his roles in Yellowstone and Jurassic World Dominion, to talk about pain, redemption, love and cultural healing. Mo Brings Plenty is deeply committed to authentic American Indian representati
Amber Valletta: Redefining the Power of Womanhood, Addiction and Sobriety
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets with Amber Valletta, Supermodel, actress, Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme to discover what it means to age with grace in an image driven culture. They explore what life experiences can teach us, how to redefine our own narrative and how perspective and accepta
Giles Yeo: Ozempic, Obesity and the Future of Health
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets Professor Giles Yeo MBE, leading geneticist at the University of Cambridge, to discuss one of the most talked-about drugs of our time: Ozempic. This conversation explores the science behind appetite, the promise and pitfalls of weight-loss drugs, as well as the cultural tensions between healt
Holly Blakey: Dance, the Memory of Pain and the Language of the Body
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I’m Fine hosted by Jean Campbell meets acclaimed Choreographer and Director Holly Blakey, whose raw, poetic work explores vulnerability, empowerment, and transformation through movement. This episode explores how the body holds memory, how dance can become a language for healing, and why failure, discomfort, and joy can all coexis
Oxford University Researcher & Professor Katy Vincent Shares the Latest Research, Demystifying Chronic Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback This is the third episode in a collaborative series between I’m Fine podcast and the Medical Research Foundation.In today’s conversation, Jean Campbell - who discusses her own experience of living with chronic pelvic pain - is joined by Professor Katy Vincent, an NHS consultant gynaecologist and leading researcher at the Universit
The Weight We Carry: Understanding Depression Beyond the Diagnosis with Dr. Joni Coleman, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at Kings College London
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback This is the second episode in a collaborative series between I’m Fine podcast and the Medical Research Foundation.In today’s conversation, Jean Campbell speaks to Dr Joni Coleman, Senior Lecturer in Statistical Genetics at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, King’s College London, about depression and how f
Sensuality, Pain & Pleasure - Get Into Your Body with Aisha Paris Smith
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback What happens when you stop seeing your body as a burden—and start experiencing it as a source of power, pleasure, and healing?I’m Fine in collaboration with The House of KoKo: Life in Motion PRESENTS:In this electric live recording at KOKO Camden, Jean sits down with somatic sexologist, speaker, and sexological bodyworker Aisha Pa
Dr. Aja Murray on ADHD, Adolescence & Mental Health in Association with The Medical Research Foundation
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback This is the first in a collaborative series between I’m Fine podcast and the Medical Research Foundation. The Medical Research Foundation is at the forefront of tackling often-overlooked health challenges, from chronic pain to areas of medical health that don’t receive the attention they deserve. Your support can help fund groundb
Bonus Episode: Rewriting The Rules of Sex & Love with Clinical Sexologist Dr. Adrienne Loth and CEO of Silver Bell Global, Natasha Silverbell
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Happy Valentine’s Day! Wherever you find yourself - whether you’re in love, healing from love, or deepening your relationship with yourself - I wanted to share something special with you… I recently hosted a panel discussion at The Twenty Two in London exploring the psychology behind love, sex, and pain - how they shape our relati
Living with Pain After Cancer: Dr. Lauren Heathcote of the Medical Research Foundation on the Mind-Body Connection, Resilience, and the Science of Chronic Pain
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback This episode of I'm Fine is proudly sponsored by the Medical Research Foundation. The Medical Research Foundation is at the forefront of tackling often-overlooked health challenges, from chronic pain to areas of medical health that don’t receive the attention they deserve. Your support can help fund groundbreaking medical res
Bob Roth on Finding Inner Peace Through Transcendental Meditation: From Political Ambition to The David Lynch Foundation
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Jean sits down with Bob Roth, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation and renowned Transcendental Meditation (TM) teacher, whose students include Oprah, Jerry Seinfeld & Martin Scorsese. Bob shares his personal journey from a politically charged upbringing to discovering the power of TM and becoming an advocate for its transformativ
Thriving with Adult ADHD: A Conversation with Dr. James Kustow
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Jean is joined by Dr. James Kustow, psychiatrist, adult ADHD specialist, and author of the new book How to Thrive with Adult ADHD. Dr. Kustow shares insights from his decades of experience in the field, offering a fresh perspective on ADHD and how it affects both the mind and body. He dives into the emotional, phy
Founder of The Invisible Hypothyroidism, Rachel Hill, on Grieving the Life You Once Had, Finding Hope, and Living with Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this compelling episode of I'm Fine, Jean is joined by Rachel Hill, thyroid patient advocate and founder of The Invisible Hypothyroidism. Rachel shares her journey with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, and how she turned her personal struggles into a mission to educate and support others dealing with thyroid conditions
Dancing on the Edge: Francesca Hayward, Principal Ballerina at the Royal Opera House talks about Burnout After her Debut Performance of Swan Lake and Finding Balance
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Jean sits down with Francesca Hayward, the principal dancer at the Royal Opera House, to discuss one of the most significant challenges she has faced in her illustrious career—burnout. Ballet may look graceful and effortless on stage, but behind the scenes, it demands immense physical, mental, and emotional streng
Breaking the Silence on Vaginismus with Grace Margetson
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this candid episode, UK-based creative director Grace Margetson joins us to discuss her deeply personal journey through vaginismus, a condition that affects 20% of women but remains largely taboo and underdiagnosed. Grace shares her experience of living with the condition, the struggles she faced in getting a diagnosis, and the
Singer-songwriter Debbie on her remarkable career, grief, finding her voice and her journey through music and healing and how pain inspired creativity
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Jean sits down with the incredibly resilient singer-songwriter Debbie. Debbie opens up about her experiences growing up in a household where she and her sister were often left alone and had to become independent at an early age. She shares haunting memories of emotional and physical abuse, both at home and in scho
Actress, Model, and Chronic Illness Activist Nicole Pedra on Navigating Life with MS and Embracing Her Inner Strength
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Jean welcomes Nicole Pedra, a model, actress, influencer, and motivational speaker who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at the tender age of 10. Nicole shares her remarkable journey through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood with MS, offering an honest look into the challen
Supermodel, actress and activist Adwoa Aboah on her journey, mental health, addiction and finding community and hope in the darkest moments
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this raw and heartfelt conversation, Jean sits down with her close friend, supermodel, actress and founder of Gurls Talk, Adwoa Aboah. Together, they dive deep into the complexities of pain – both visible and invisible. Adwoa opens up about her personal struggles with mental health and addiction, sharing how pain manifested in
Supermodel and Actress Abbey Lee on Her 20-Year Road to an Endometriosis Diagnosis, Chronic Pain, and the Power of Resilience
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Jean welcomes supermodel and actress Abbey Lee to discuss her 20-year journey with endometriosis, a chronic condition affecting over 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide—approximately 190 million. Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing severe pa
Autoimmune wellness activist Chef Laura Mason on overcoming Hashimoto's and Rheumatoid Arthritis through diet, bee venom, and cold water therapy
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Jean welcomes Laura Mason, an autoimmune wellness blogger, chef, and the creator of Love Chef Laura. Laura shares her inspiring journey of healing from Hashimoto's and Rheumatoid Arthritis, her love for culinary arts, and the transformative therapies that have helped her manage chronic pain and transform her life. Highlights:
Long COVID advocate Lilly Downs on finding joy amid uncertainty, celebrating the nurses who care, and redefining life beyond illness
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Long COVID has affected an estimated 65 million people worldwide, leaving many to navigate life with ongoing symptoms.Long COVID, a condition affecting an estimated 65 million people worldwide, can bring a wide range of lingering symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, chronic pain, and respiratory issues, often lasting for months or
Famed photographer Jamie Hawkesworth discusses his experience with chronic back pain, in light of his remarkable career and how he has come to find relief
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this compelling episode, Jean Campbell and Edward Burgess Wells sit down with world-class photographer Jamie Hawkesworth. Jamie shares his remarkable journey from amateur photographer to photographing the covers of VOGUE, diving deeply into his decade-long struggle with chronic back pain and how it has influenced his work and l
Julia Sarr-Jamois on OCD, anxiety & intrusive thoughts, finding peace, strength and embracing life's uncertainty
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, influential stylist, fashion director, and one of Jean's most dear friends, Julia Sarr-Jamois, shares her candid experience with pain, anxiety, and OCD, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.Julia recounts how the sudden changes in her life, including isolation and uncertainty, triggered anxiety and OCD s
Farideh Banafshei Counsellor, MBACP on the disruptive nature of perfectionism & pressure today
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Jean is joined by Farideh Banafshei, a counseling psychologist nearing the completion of her doctorate. They discuss Farideh's journey from working in finance to transitioning into psychology, driven by her own experiences of imposter syndrome and stress in high-pressure environments. Farideh highlights the p
Tony Kosoko on male pelvic pain, erectile dysfunction, emotional isolation, and the mental health risks of suffering in silence
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Approximately 1 in 7 men suffer from male pelvic pain, a condition often endured in silence due to societal stigma and pressure. Premature ejaculation affects about 30% of men at some point in their lives, while other pelvic health issues, such as chronic prostatitis and pelvic floor dysfunction, are also prevalent.Today, Jean and
Struggling in silence with chronic bladder pain, Isabel Russel shares her experience on how she came to be pain free
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Chronic bladder pain is a condition that significantly impacts the lives of millions of women globally. Despite its prevalence, many women suffer in silence due to the private nature of the condition, societal stigma, and a lack of awareness.Jean introduces her friend Isabel, who has endured chronic bladder pain since her teenage
Rosemary Ferguson on the impact of nutrition for pain management, IBS & her method
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Today, Jean is joined by Rosemary Ferguson, a 90s icon turned nutritionist, to explore the profound impact of nutrition on pain management. Rosemary shares her journey from the runway to becoming a nutrition expert, driven by her passion for holistic health. Together, they delve into the importance of gut health, discussing how ou
Iconic fashion stylist George Cortina on living through the AIDS epidemic and its enduring impact
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In today’s episode, George Cortina courageously shares his poignant journey through the immense grief of losing friends to the AIDS crisis, which had a profound and lasting impact on his life. Despite the weight of this loss, George has discovered a path forward, grounded in sobriety, service, and an unwavering commitment to his c
Supermodel, super-agent Richard Habberly on addiction and becoming teachable
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback I am delighted to be joined today by my esteemed agent, the iconic Richard Habberly. In this episode, Richard shares a deeply personal and poignant narrative, reflecting on his journey through addiction and the transformative power of learning to become teachable.Richard grew up in East London in the late 70s amidst the burgeoning
Marti Hines on living with MS: the bad, the good, dating, embracing faith, having gratitude and everything in between
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Today, Jean is joined by the incredibly inspiring Marti Hines, a dedicated advocate for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). As a Black woman living with MS, Marti shares her powerful journey, shedding light on the unique challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way. Her story is one of resilience, hope, and unwavering determination, o
Dr. Charlotte Small on pain management, chronic pain, and achieving pain-life balance: from RAF to NHS and Leva Clinic
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Today we are thrilled to have Dr. Charlotte Small, Chief Medical Officer at the UK’s Leva Clinic, on the podcast. The Leva Clinic, based in the UK and integrated with NHS services, specializes in personalized chronic pain management, advocating for individualized treatment approaches tailored to each patient's needs. In this
Regena Thomasheur on sexual reclamation, orgasm & pain as the first step towards pleasure
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode teacher, author, and founder of the School of Womanly Arts, Regena Thomashauer, shares with us her transformative journey to reclaiming her sensuality, self-worth, and feminine power. Regena Thomashauer (a.k.a. “Mama Gena”) is a best-selling author, media personality, and founder and CEO of the School of Womanly A
Camille Charriere on confronting infertility and shattering stigma
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback My incredible friend Camille Charriere joins me today on the podcast to candidly explore her journey through infertility with a mix of vulnerability and wit, aiming to support others facing similar challenges and break the stigma surrounding infertility. Camille Charriere, London-based writer and broadcaster, fashion expert / tast
Dr. Wayne Kampers on unlocking the brain: insights into neuroplasticity, chronic pain, and healing
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback In this episode, Dr. Wayne Kampers delves into his innovative approach to managing chronic pain through the principles of neuroplasticity. Dr. Wayne Kampers started his career as the medical director of a busy GP practice in Canada, frustrated by the limitations of ten-minute mental health consultations. Seeking more time to under
Penelope Tree on overcoming an eating disorder, moving through trauma, and forging her own path
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback This week fashion icon Penelope Tree discusses her very personal battle with an eating disorder and her path to finding hope.Penelope Tree was born in New York where she attended school. At the age of 16 she was scouted by Richard Avedon at Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball.Thanks to the encouragement of Diana Vreeland, Richard
Ed Burgess-Wells on battling insomnia and the crucial role of sleep
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback Ed Burgess-Wells opens up about his lifelong struggle with something many of us take for granted: sleep. He delves into the profound implications of sleep deprivation on both mental and physical health, sharing personal insights and challenges he's faced along the way. Ed also discusses how establishing a consistent routine h
Dr. James Flowers PhD, CSAT, LPC-S explains chronic pain, its link to addiction, and his innovative holistic solutions based on personal experience
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback We’re honored to have renowned expert in chronic pain and addiction recovery, Dr. James Flowers, PhD, CSAT, LPC-S on the podcast to discuss his lifelong pursuit for innovative treatment solutions to pain in all its forms. For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been a leading expert in chronic pain, addiction, and recovery
Jean Campbell on living with chronic pain in an ‘I’m fine’ culture
Send us a message with any of your thoughts, questions and feedback On the inaugural episode of "I'm Fine," Jean Campbell shares her remarkable journey through pain and recovery. Supermodel Jean Campbell is known for fronting campaigns for luxury brands like Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Miu Miu, and Chanel. Despite her outward success, Jean privately battled genetic chronic pain. Enduri
