Who We Are Now with Izzy & Richard Hammond
In this podcast, Richard Hammond and his daughter Izzy embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, following the life-changing brain injury Richard suffered in a high-speed crash in 2006. They aim to demystify and destigmatize conversations around masculinity, mental health, and the issues that affect everyone. Together, they explore topics such as mid-life crises, what makes a modern man, raising daughters, and even the experience of being shorter than average. The show is an honest and open attempt to figure out who we are now.
Episodes
The Bonus Episode: Richard and Izzy look back on Season Three
It’s the final bonus episode of the season — can you believe it?! Richard and Izzy sure can’t. This week, they’re looking back on an incredible run of guests, from Professor Green to Tim Spector, Sam Ryder and more. Expect memorable moments and the standout lessons they’re taking into the next season (assuming they can stop the power tools long enough to finish recording!).Have a question for the
James Buckley on becoming a father at 24 and the uncanny Top Gear/Inbetweeners crossover
This week, on the season finale of Who We Are Now, Richard and Izzy sit down with the star of White Gold, The Inbetweeners, and host of In Sickness and In Health, James Buckley. In this affirming chat, the three chat about young fatherhood, how The Inbetweeners celebrated boyhood and what he expects of his own sons in this new age of masculinity. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a
The Bonus Episode: Can electric cars ever be exciting?
This week Izzy is off being very busy important, but she's left Richard a very important job... to answer your questions. Does he miss Men and Motors? What's his most treasured memory from the Grand Tour? And can electric cars ever be exciting? Find out on this week's bonus episode.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app sto
David Harewood on breakdown and racism in the UK
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we welcome acclaimed actor David Harewood. Known for his powerful performances in Supergirl, Homeland, and Blood Diamond, David shares his deeply personal journey—from facing racism throughout his life to experiencing a public psychotic breakdown. Hear how he rebuilt himself, found resilience, and became a vocal advocate for mental health.
The Bonus Episode: Dr T on the support role men can play during the menopause
This week's bonus episode of Who We Are Now features Dr. T using a series of motoring metaphors to help Richard and Izzy better understand the science behind the menopause after their recent conversation with Dr Clare Spencer. Does the human brain really work in a similar way to a combustion engine? And what should men do to support the women in their lives going through the menopause? Tune in to
Ben Collins on being The Stig and the next James Bond
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, they're joined by racing driver, stunt driver and actual Stig, Ben Collins. For the first time ever, Richard sits down with Ben to discuss the realities of blowing the whistle on being the man behind the mask, how the BBC tried to stop him, and who the most difficult star in the reasonably priced car was. PLUS, they discuss all things Jame
Dr Clare Spencer on what ACTUALLY happens during the menopause
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond tiptoe into the territory most men usually don't care to go... that's right, we're finally talking about the menopause. Joined by menopause expert Dr Clare Spencer, Richard and Izzy learn the truth and the realities of something that, contrary to popular belief, really does effect each and every one of us.Listen on Global Player to hear the
The Bonus Episode: What's Richard's Hammond favourite daily driver?
This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode as and ya shall receive - it's the car Q&A episode! How do you deal with road anxiety? What's the best buy for under £1,000? What do Richard and Izzy Hammond HATE about cars? And what car is Izzy picking up tomorrow? Find out on this week's bonus episode!Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download
Sam Ryder on Eurovision drama and toxic positivity
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond we hear from the (supposedly) most positive man alive, the internet's golden retriever boyfriend... Sam Ryder! Listen as the three chat Eurovision drama, crashing backstage at a Sum 41 gig, how not to meet your heroes (we're looking at you Evel Knievel) and if it's actually possible to be positive 24 hours a day.Listen on Global Player to h
The Bonus Episode: Who's eating savoury pancakes?!
This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode we're live on location with Richard and Izzy as they tackle their hardest mission yet... pancakes! As they whisk and flip, they consider key points from this week's episode with Tim Spector OBE. Do we all look after our health enough? Why do we always end up on the bottom of the priority list? And most importantly... who will flip the best pancake? All t
Tim Spector OBE on how fasting and diet changes can transform your health and save your life
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re joined by Tim Spector OBE—renowned epidemiologist, medical doctor, science writer, and the visionary behind Zoe. Tim dives into the pivotal moment that transformed his life and sparked his mission to revolutionise the nation’s health. Listen in as Tim critiques Richard and Izzy’s breakfast choices, shares insights on gut health and n
The Bonus Episode: Did Richard really leave his Porsche to run home for Izzy's birthday?
On this week's bonus episode Izzy goes solo! We're so proud. She opens up to us and answers your questions. Expect a car update, insight on the father daughter experience, and peek behind the curtain of what it's really like to have Richard Hammond as a dad.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.
CEO of CALM Simon Gunning on how to talk to your kids about suicide
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we chat to the absolutely brilliant and self professed "marketing w*nker" Simon Gunning on the incredible work that Campaign Against Living Miserably is doing to support thousands of people nationwide. The three talk about the difficult intersection between charity and corporate sensibility, the tricky nature of the Papageno effect and the
The Bonus Episode: What are Richard and Izzy most afraid of?
This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode, Richard and Izzy turn their attention to you! That's right, this week our favourite duo answer your burning questions. What car has Richard loved driving the most? Why does Izzy recommend screaming into a pillow? And what are they most afraid of? Find out all that and more on this week's bonus episode. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a
Kelvin and Liz Fletcher on Strictly Come Dancing, and the leap from Emmerdale to farming
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Kelvin and Liz Fletcher. Best known for their roles on screen—Kelvin in Emmerdale—the Fletchers made a bold leap from TV fame to farming, buying hundreds of acres of land with little experience. Join Richard, Izzy, Kelvin, and Liz as they dive into life’s big risks, share their love (and obsession) f
The Bonus Episode: Richard and Izzy race Lego cars
Competitive? Richard? Izzy? Naaaah, not at all! In this bonus episode, Richard and Izzy decide to do something that chills them out after a long day at work after chatting to someone that has an incredibly stressful job - Dr Benji Waterhouse. But, of course, with two competitive Hammonds in the house, it's not quite as mindful as you'd expect... Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a w
Dr Benji Waterhouse on schizophrenia and the stark realities of NHS psychiatry
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we take a peek under the hood of the NHS' mental health services with psychiatrist, author and comedian Dr Benji Waterhouse. After writing his tell all book You Don't Have To Be Mad To Work Here, Dr Benji is on a one man mission to give voices to those who can't speak up for themselves. As a front line NHS psychiatrist, Dr Benji has seen h
The Bonus Episode: How much do connections change our brain?
On this week's bonus episode of Who We Are Now, we welcome back Dr T to talk us through the science of connection, grief, and relationships. Can loss actually physically shape our brains?Do we need connection to exist? And how do we keep the memories of our loved ones alive in our brains? Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the
Professor Green on resilience, miscarriage and fatherhood
This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we welcome the absolutely brilliant Stephen Manderson, perhaps better known to you as Professor Green. After losing his dad to suicide at the age of just 24 years old, Stephen found himself as the voice of a generation after the release of the single Read All About it with Emile Sandé. Together, Stephen, Izzy and Richard talk about the kin
The Bonus Episode: Art Attack
Aaaaand breathe. This week's bonus is a mindful journey into the world of art, and is very relaxing if we do say so ourselves. Can art help your mental health? And do Richard and Izzy stand up to the prowess of Leigh? They're going to find out. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a q
Leigh Francis on learning not to care and the real Keith Lemon
This week on Who We Are Now, Izzy and Richard are joined the man behind Keith Lemon, Avid Merrion and The Bear, it's Leigh Francis! In this whirlwind chat, the three talk Celebrity Juice secrets, how making clothes and costumes keep him sane, and Leigh's secret to success... how not to care. Listen now to hear exactly what Leigh is going to do next.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode
The Bonus Episode: Richard Hammond's WORST ever jobs
This week on the bonus episode, Izzy gets inspired by Steve Jones' bonkers interview story and wonders... what was Richard's worst ever job? Join the duo for a Q&A on the weirdest, wackiest and absolute worst moments of Richard's career so far... Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Ha
Steve Jones on his f**k it mentality and being a Welsh hunk
Richard and Izzy are back for season three! And they're kicking it off with the fantastic Steve Jones. From Welsh valley boy to top model in Korea to poster boy of F1, one thing has resonated throughout Steve's life... the words "f**k it". This week Richard and Izzy chat to Steve about how his potentially risky motto has moved him throughout his incredible career to his life now as the face of Cha
Next week... Who We Are Now Season Three!
Richard and Izzy are back NEXT WEEK with more inspiring guests and insightful conversations. From the nation's favourite class clown Leigh Francis, chart smashing musician Professor Green, to Welsh hunk and F1 aficionado Steve Jones, don't forget to tune in next week for all-new content, packed with stories, expert advice, and conversations you won't want to miss!Remember, you can listen on Global
Coming January 2025... Who We Are Now Season Three!
Richard and Izzy return with exciting new podcast episodes, featuring inspiring guests and insightful conversations. Tune in January 2025 for all-new content, packed with stories, expert advice, and conversations you won't want to miss!Remember, you can listen on Global Player to hear the first main episode a day earlier than everyone else. Download from the app store, or go to globalplayer.com.
The Bonus Episode: We're not having a midlife crisis!
Richard and Dr Jim are back! Hot off the heels of their very much NOT midlife crisis trip to the Himalayas, they're diving into the science of the brain after this week's main episode with the brilliant neuroscientist and author Dr Dean Burnett. They dial into the reassuring idea that the brain is shaped by both nature AND nurture, find more evidence that a healthy body really does mean a healthy
Dr Dean Burnett on the secrets of the brain and dealing with tricky emotions
This week on the season FINALE of Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy chat to top neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Dean Burnett. Dr Dean has the answers on EVERYTHING about the brain, and we really mean everything. From how grief actually has a purpose, why men are not from mars, and women are not from venus, to why travel sickness happens and how we can stop it, this is a one stop shop for al
The Bonus Episode: My frontal lobe and me
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the brilliant Dr T is back to join Izzy to discuss this week's main episode with former Head of Race Strategy, F1 legend Bernie Collins. Listen to understand the fundamental differences between male and female brains, how your formative childhood experiences might dictate your career, and the reason why it's nigh on impossible to learn a language fr
Bernie Collins on female engineers, pit wall drama and F1 secrets
This week on Who We Are Now Izzy's F1 dreams come true and the pair are joined by former head of race strategy at Aston Martin and current F1 strategy analyst Bernie Collins. Bernie tells her incredible story, from starting out at a very Derry Girls-eqsue school in Northern Ireland, working with the likes of Jensen Button and Sebastian Vettel, to bringing her engineering mind to sports broadcastin
The Bonus Episode: Alcohol, Acceptance and Finding Gratitude
Izzy joins the amazing Dr Tharaka live from a racing garage to delve into this week's thought-provoking episode featuring comedian and podcaster John Robins.With John speaking so candidly about his journey with alcohol addiction and his efforts to build a better life, Izzy and Dr Tharaka explore the importance of self-honesty, recognising and correcting harmful habits, the different ways alcohol i
John Robins on addiction, dream cars and Task Master secrets
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy are joined by comedian and podcaster, the brilliant John Robins. After Izzy lifts the lid on some Task Master secrets, including the story of one very expensive Freddie Mercury jacket, John gets candid about his experience with addiction. Together, they unpick what addiction can actually look like, and the steps anyone can take to start to build a
The Bonus Episode: Revenge bedtime procrastination and how to sleep yourself thin
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now a groggy and tired Richard and Izzy join Dr Jim from their holidays! After discussing a night of sleeplessness and prickly heat, the three get to grips with the most important parts of this week's episode with Dr Lindsay Browning. Expect more tips on how to sleep if you're not getting any, learn how sleep can aid weight loss, and find out what Dr Ji
Dr Lindsay Browning on sleep paralysis demons and why you should NEVER press 'snooze'
How well did you sleep last night? This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they're joined by the brilliant sleep expert Dr Lindsay Browning. Together, they learn that coffee might not be keeping you up, cheese most definitely does NOT give you bad dreams, and they find out the tips and tricks to help you get those much needed zzz's after a long, stressful day at the office.Listen
The Bonus Episode: The L Word, how to get out there, and a good ribbing
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim make friends... awwww. After this week's episode with Billy No Mates author Max Dickens exposed the enormous loneliness epidemic happening right now amongst men, we unpick why male friendships are so different and so important and that a good ribbing is sometimes exactly what your friendship needs.Listen on Global Player to hear t
Max Dickens on his missing best man and being a 'Billy No Mates'
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond are joined by the author of Billy No Mates Max Dickens. After realising that he didn't have a close enough friend to ask to be the best man at his wedding, Max threw himself into research that revealed men have a HUGE friendship problem. Together, the uncover the issues that might be preventing men from making true connections, and provide
The Bonus Episode: Richard's intrusive thoughts and re-wiring your brain
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim take an inward look at their own preposterous intrusive thoughts, highlights include shouting at the top of your lungs in an important event and stealing a gun from a policeman! In this look back on this week's main episode we remind ourselves that intrusive thoughts are uniquely human and that you do have the power to be the arch
Josh Fletcher on OCD, real life compulsions and Charlize Theron
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by one of their favourite guests from last season, anxiety therapist Josh Fletcher to answer the question, can you be a little bit 'OCD'?. Richard and Izzy will be the first to admit that they've thrown around the phrase 'that's a bit OCD around', and they know it's probably not quite right. As someone who's experienced obsessive compulsive d
The Bonus Episode: How to be grateful and the power of Dr T
On this weeks bonus episode Dr Jim get something off his chest… Dr T is really good! (Even if he is a psychiatrist). Richard and Dr Jim muse on the idea that we see the world through our own experiences, how the key to contentment might just be gratefulness and, in a handbrake turn, try to figure out whether Dr Jim might be prison bound!Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole da
Dr Tharaka on the power of the mind and the ONE exercise that can change your life forever
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond we're joined by friend of the show Dr Tharaka. Dr T teaches Richard and Izzy just how powerful the mind can be, Izzy unleashes her competitive spirit, and we learn the one exercise that can change our mental and physical health forever. The power is in YOUR hands!Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anyw
The Bonus Episode: Building Barbie cars, unsightly sunburn and naked running
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the team turn into full hobbyists as they find out the best way to spend our past times... Post this week's episode with fellow Grand Tour-er James May and the CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, Richard, Izzy and Dr Jim discuss the importance of working with your hands, how building miniatures is an age old tradition, and whether or not naked runni
James May and Olly Raeburn on escapism, nerdy hobbies and Richard Hammond's biggest secret
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond Richard lifts the lid on one of his biggest secrets... his nerdy hobby. Joined by self professed nerd James May and CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, the team unpick what it means to want to build a world for yourself. James fancies himself playing God, Izzy learns that she needs to temper her competitive spirit, and Richard realises that
The Bonus Episode: Fighting for the corp and how to speak teen boy
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Jim look back on this week's surprising chat with former S.F combat medic Ged Healy. Jim delivers his take on why we don't actually need to have negative experiences to form resilience (phew!) and we learn how to encourage young people to engage in discipline and commitment without shipping off to the armed forces.Listen on Global Player
Ged Healy on life in the S.F. and what young people can learn from the military
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by ex army medic Ged Healy to talk about something many of us don't quite have nailed... resilience. Together they explore how people bounce back after dealing with traumatic experiences, how anyone can suffer from PTSD and what young people can learn from the military... and yes, the word discipline is used!Listen on Global Player to hear th
The Bonus Episode: What is 'normal'?
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now, Dr Jim Alvarez joins Izzy to unpick what it means to be normal - in a diagnostic sense vs. culturally and socially. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com.
Pete Wharmby on Lotus brains and the truth about the autism spectrum
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by the brilliant Pete Wharmby. An autistic author and speaker, Pete is an incredible educator and reporter from the lines of neurodivergence. Together the team learn what the autism spectrum actually means (spoiler alert, we're not all just a 'little bit autistic'), how we all have our very own mixing desks in our brains, and how, if you're s
The Bonus Episode: The magic of sweepers and an £18,000 bill
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the Izzy and Jim hear your thoughts on that highly requested episode with co-founder of Andy's Man Club, Luke Ambler. Jim and Izzy unpack why the idea of sweepers got Richard and Izzy so emotional, understand why group therapy is built into us and learn that courage is just as infectious as fear.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a who
Luke Ambler on rock bottom, changing the narrative, and Andy's Man Club
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by the HIGHLY requested co-founder of Andy's Man Club, Luke Ambler. Together, they hear Luke's full story, from struggling with mental health as a child, heady highs of the rugby league, the rock bottom of a police cell, and finally the incredible organisation that is Andy's Man Club. If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episo
The Bonus Episode: celery juice, distress tolerance and why not to resist
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the team unpick the slightly controversial topic of grind culture. Jim joins the episode for the aptly titled 'Jim's Take' and after getting a little bit angry about maximising his protocols explains what Sam really meant about the corporatisation of humanity, and how we can be human beings, not human doings... good, right?Listen on Global Player to
Sam Delaney on grind culture and the danger of optimising your protocols
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by fellow podcaster Sam Delaney. After figuring out that the hustle and the grind are in fact not 70s dance moves, Richard and Izzy drill down into the murky world of high performance. From Huberman to coal miners, Richard, Sam and Izzy unpick the corporatisation of the human experience and where the perfect balance is when it comes to workin
Who We Are Now: Father's Day Special!
This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined Simon Rimmer and his lovely daughter Flo to celebrate Father's Day! As the Dads of grown up daughters, both Richard and Simon have been through the paternal ringer. This episode the dads and daughters share stories of first fatherhood moments, whether they were destined to be dads and if grandfather-hood is on the horizon... Listen on Global
Coming soon... Who We Are Now, Season Two!
WE'RE BACK!Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond is just one week away from being back with you every single week, as they continue to find out... just who we are now! From understanding how hard the pressures are to be a successful man with Sam Delaney, learning just what addiction means with John Robbins, and experiencing incredible tips that can help us hack our mindset with Dr T, we're
The Bonus Episode: Gimmie a break!
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Dr Jim Alvarez is joined by none other than our Izzy Hammond! The pair get to grips with their SWANS and recount the burnout triangle as they shed light on how to leave a career that's killing you, and just how to give yourself a break - psychologically AND literally. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere
Dr Tharaka on the burnout epidemic, grind culture and the busyness fallacy
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond unpack burnout. Is it real? Are you just stressed? Dr Tharaka is on the case as Richard and Izzy learn that busyness is NOT a badge of honour, doing a 5-9 before your 9-5 might not be getting you the most of out life, and why you shouldn't use instagram as a barometer for your own personal and professional life. Listen on Global Player to h
The Bonus Episode: The elephant and it's rider
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez take a look back on this week's episode with 'last of the lads' Spencer Matthews. The two ponder if society will pay a price on it's reliance on digital socialisation, understand that you simply cannot turn each of your emotions off without some serious repercussions, and learn that anger can be a force for po
Spencer Matthews on lad culture, harnessing anger and the social media trap
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they ask the question, should we ever be angry? And can it be harnessed to move us to a better place? Joined by "last of the lads" Spencer Matthews, they discuss feeling everything vs. feeling nothing, the dangers and traps of social media, and whether anger is ever a useful tool. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole da
The Bonus Episode: How did you get into my house?
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now, Richard and Dr Jim continue the zen vibes left by comic Paul Chowdhry as they attempt to put the lens on the subject that's been hovering all season... cancel culture. Dr Jim explains how comedy is psychologically pro-social, cracks a few jokes himself, and teaches us the history of ostracisation. Even the cave men were doing it! Listen on Global P
Paul Chowdhry on offensive jokes, racism and cancel culture
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they ask the questions that have been simmering in the background all season long... what does it mean to be cancelled? And can you be cancelled for just telling a joke? Joined by stand up comedian and host of The Pudcast, Paul Chowdhry, they explore the business of being offended, the science of comedy, and how generational trauma and raci
Jodie Kidd on racing super cars, heroin chic and using the girl card
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they're joined by ex-supermodel, entrepreneur and race car drive Jodie Kidd. With quite the height difference between them, they discuss what it's like to exist just slightly outside the physical norms height wise, how modelling is not all it's cracked up to be, and exactly how and when to play the girl card. Listen on Global Player to hear
The Bonus Episode: How do I be?
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they take a look back at this week's chat with comedian and writer Jen Ives. It's a big week for this chapter in the collective trans story, with the Cass review landing and the Vatican weighing in. Dr Jim and Richard discuss how binary can both help and hinder humans, how gender specific traits don't actually
Jen Ives on Toby Carvery's, main stream media and the trans story
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they talk to comedian and writer Jen Ives about the trans story. Together, they discuss whether comedy simply represents the present or has the possibilities to forge new futures, they speak candidly about gender identity and finding yourself, and they revisit some sketchy content that may have reached it's expiration date... (Alf Garnet, w
The Bonus Episode: Mens sana in corpore sano
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now, Dr Jim takes us on a journey of peacocking and meal prep, whilst Richard ponders the idea of a pre-historic food industry before they try to answer the controversial question... is there more pressure on men to look good than women in 2024?Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the
The Bonus Episode: Cars are vehicles... duh!
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez we find out what it really means to run away... and why it might not always be a bad thing. They unpack what it means to make 'blokey' television, if cooking is a masculine trait, and whether it's even possible to have purely feminine or masculine traits to begin with. After all, James May did point out they'r
James May on running away, tantrums and metrosexuality
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they pose the question, why do we run away? And does it make us any less of a man? Joined by James May, they relive some of their more tantrum inducing Top Gear and The Grand Tour Moments, they try to induct Izzy into the May and Hammond drunken philosophical debating society and James all but answers the question of this entire show... th
The Bonus Episode: Richard's new favourite bumper sticker, 'Research is ME-search'
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez, Dr Jim gets personal about his own experience of living with ADHD as they unpack this week's main episode with Tony Lloyd and Simon Mundie from the ADHD foundation. They uncover the reasons to some of the backlash online and in real life about the rise of diagnoses across the world and they find out just how
Tony Lloyd and Simon Mundie on ADHD and celebrating neurodiversity
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they dive deep into ADHD and neurodiversity. After having an assessment himself, Richard's always wondered what exactly it means, and who better to explain than the founder of the ADHD foundation Tony Lloyd and host of the Life Lessons podcast Simon Mundie. Together they unpick exactly what neurodiversity means, they learn the hidden super
The Bonus Episode: A nut dilemma, James Bond psychopathy and the Pleasure Principle
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they reflect on our anxiety episode with Josh Fletcher. After unpacking a potential nut based error, the pair dive into the science of anxiety, learning just how our brain works and how to harness it. Plus, Jim reveals helpful tips to deploy when your cashew nut (other nuts available) goes off right before a b
Josh Fletcher on panic attacks, first class flights, and a troublesome cashew nut
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they unmask a word used so much it's almost lost it's meaning... anxiety. Joined by Joshua Fletcher, host of the podcast Disordered, best selling author and actual real life anxiety therapist, they unpick what the word actually means, hear stories of what panic attacks actually look like, and learn that to get through it, you really just ha
The Bonus Episode: Polar bears, death row and Swordsmen
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they unpack the open and honest conversation with the co-founder of Talk Club, Ben Akers. Dr Jim explains the science behind isolation, Richard gets technical with vibrations of sound and they both find out how algebra can help us understand ourselves. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole d
Ben Akers on the depression epidemic, a Weekend at Bernie's and the 'L' word
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they learn about one of the biggest growing epidemics in men today - depression. Joined by Ben Akers, filmmaker and co-founder of the incredible Talk Club (loved by the likes of Liam Gallagher and Tyson Fury), they learn the rules of how to talk, consider the impact of the 'L' word on men of a certain age, and mull over the biggest questio
The Bonus Episode: The relativity of 'bad boys', risk psychology and William Shakespeare
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they unpick the fascinating interview with Mark Blundell. Dr Jim teaches us about the relativity of being a 'bad boy', how William Shakespeare was competitive in his writing, and how 6 pillars of human behaviour impact and influence us every day. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day ear
The Bonus Episode: Masculinity boxes, Shrinking Manhood, and the science of testosterone
This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they look back on the impressively open and vulnerable chat with Dr Alex George. Dr Jim has a bee in his bonnet about shoes, we learn how one persons struggle can help another grow, and Dr Jim advises on just how to open up to your friends. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier t
Mark Blundell on collossal crashes, Max Verstappen, and going beyond
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they talk all things motor racing and competition. Joined by Mark Blundell, a man who has motor racing in his DNA, they figure out what drives men (and women) to be competitive, Izzy gets to talk about her number one favourite subject (Formula 1), and Mark and Richard re-live their most difficult moments behind the wheel. Listen on Global
Dr Alex George on Andrew Tate, the pressure to be vulnerable, and how to be an 'elder'
This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they ask the question "is it okay to be masculine?". Joined by unlikely Love Island-er, Doctor, and the UK's Ambassador for Mental Health Dr Alex George, they pick apart questions on toxic masculinity, what it means to be a man today, and what do you do if you don't feel like the world belongs to you anymore. Listen on Global Player to hea
Who We Are Now: Massages, mani pedis and a mission
In 2006 Richard Hammond broke his brain. A high-speed jet-powered car he was piloting crashed at 319mph… and the thing that stopped the car from rolling? That was his head. Richard’s been on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth ever since, and now, he’s on a mission to demystify and destigmatise conversations around masculinity, mental health, and the issues that affect us all, in a bid
Coming soon... Richard Hammond's Who We Are Now...
In 2006 Richard Hammond broke his brain. The high-speed jet-powered car he was piloting crashed at 319mph… and the thing that stopped the car from rolling? That was his head. Richard’s been on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth ever since, and now, he’s on a mission to demystify and destigmatise conversations around masculinity, mental health, and the issues that affect us all, in a b
