Right Up My Podcast

Gwen Watson and Kate White

Right Up My Podcast is the podcast for those looking to explore different methods of self-care, self-love and ways to make you feel good.

Hosted by voice artist and presenter Gwen Watson and journalist and producer Kate White, Right Up My Podcast came from a mutual drive to find new ways to improve our own mental health.

Each episode we chat to a different expert about their feel-good forte, and then try it out for ourselves to see if it works... or if it doesn't.

It's frank, funny and honest, with the odd bit of over-sharing. So join us on Right Up My Podcast, because you deserve to feel good too!

Released fortnightly. Contains bad language and inappropriate laughter.
Music – Andrew Grimes. Artwork – Erica Frances George.

Support Right Up My Podcast here: https://www.patreon.com/rightupmypodcast

Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rightupmy
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Episodes

Ep.61 - Quantum-Touch Energy Healing: Bringing together breathwork and awareness  | Karina Grant
3d ago
Ep.61 - Quantum-Touch Energy Healing: Bringing together breathwork and awareness | Karina Grant
We talk to Karina Grant all about Quantum-Touch Energy Healing. Quantum-Touch uses very specific breathing techniques and body awareness exercises to raise energy levels, with powerful results, particularly for pain management. We also discuss 'permissioning' as a tool to regulate our nervous systems, and reduce stress and anxiety.Karina is England’s advanced instructor for Quantum-Touch, and mentors new practitioners and instructors. She has trained people from The World Health Organisation and also delivers Permissioning and Transformation™ trainings, which includes the Permission to Reset™ your Nervous System program, which was such a success with nurses, that it now counts towards Continuous Professional Development points for nurses and midwives. She taught these techniques to many key workers during the first lockdown and is a member of The British Holistic Medical Association and The College of Medicine.Gwen and Kate then go on to do one of Karina's workshops and share their first experiences of Quantum Touch.Find out more about Quantum-Touch Energy Healing and sign up to a workshop here. Karina has a free lunchtime 7-minute mindfulness meditation designed to help you find calm during your day, that you can sign up to here https://www.karinagrant.co.uk/my-accountOther episodes that we reference are:Ep.51 - The Vagus Nerve: Changing how we process stress | Melissa RomanoEp.46 & Ep.47 - BreathworkDonate to Medical Aid for Palestinians.Thank you to our team:Music - Andrew GrimesArtwork - Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media - Kate BallsIf you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | PatreonOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee!Be social with us!InstagramFacebookTikTok
Ep.60 - Perimenopause and ADHD: Hormones, HRT and How to get Help | Lisa Paasche
05-12-2024
Ep.60 - Perimenopause and ADHD: Hormones, HRT and How to get Help | Lisa Paasche
We talk to podcast host Lisa Paasche about her experience of going through peri-menopause, which lead her to a late diagnosis of ADHD. She shares why perimenopause can be a particularly challenging time for people with ADHD, the relief that came with her diagnosis, and everything that she has learned along the way.Lisa is the host of a new podcast called 'Am I crazy or…', which focuses on the spicy combo of perimenopause and ADHD, talking to experts about these two complex subject areas.To find out more about the 'Am I crazy or...' podcast (launching early 2025), head to the podcast's instagram page.The charity where Lisa went for her ADHD diagnosis is SEIK Psychiatry.Search here for your nearest British Menopause Society (BMS) recognised menopause specialist.Other Right Up My Podcast episodes that we mention, or that are relevant, are:Ep.20 - Perimeno-go: Demystifying the Perimenopause – HRT, nutrition, lifestyle, exercise and sex | Emma BardwellEp.8 - Tantric Massage: The philosophy and positive impact of tantric massage | KeoneEp.3 - Forest Bathing: The physical and psychological health benefits of being in the woods, AKA Shinrin Yoku | Stefan BatorjisThank you to our team:Music - Andrew GrimesArtwork - Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media - Kate BallsIf you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | PatreonOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee!Disclaimer: Our aim with this interview is not to recommend any one particular course of action, rather to share Lisa’s own personal experiences and learnings along the way.Be social with us!InstagramFacebookTikTok
Ep.58 – The Power of Imagination: Why we need to unleash our imaginations to create a more hopeful future | Rob Hopkins
07-11-2024
Ep.58 – The Power of Imagination: Why we need to unleash our imaginations to create a more hopeful future | Rob Hopkins
We talk to Rob Hopkins about the importance of unleashing our imaginations in the fight against climate change, in order to create the future that we all want to see.Rob Hopkins is the co-founder of the Transition Movement and author of 'From What is to What If'. He has spoken at multiple TED events and runs ‘Imagination Catalyst’ training for a wide range of organisations around the world.Rob also challenges Gwen and Kate to take a walk around their local neighbourhood and take photos of things they see that give them hope for 2030. Join in and share your photos on instagram, using #Rump2030.Related Right Up My Podcast episode: Ep.29 - Activism & Optimism: Why we should be hopeful about the future with Anne ThereseHandy links from this episode:Find out more about Rob Hopkins and his workBook – From What Is to What If: Unleashing the Power of Imagination to Create the Future We WantExclusive for RUMP listeners – enjoy 30% off the above using the discount code Whatif30Rob's Podcast – From What If to What NextFind out about Other Voices FestivalThank you to our team:Music - Andrew GrimesArtwork - Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media - Kate BallsIf you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | PatreonOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee! Be social with us!InstagramFacebookTikTok
Ep.57 - The Flow: How to connect with your intuition | Danielle Collins
16-10-2024
Ep.57 - The Flow: How to connect with your intuition | Danielle Collins
Join us as we talk to Danielle Collins about the philosophy of going with the FLOW – a life-enhancing technique to get you in touch with your emotions, intuition... and even your highest calling. Dani says that contrary to popular belief, ‘going with the flow’ is most definitely not the easy choice, rather it’s an invitation to do life differently.You can also join Gwen and Kate as they try out one of Dani's techniques for listening to their inner voice. Dani is a philosopher, astrologer, intuitive and coach. She’s the author of 'How to REALLY Go With The Flow: A Philosophy for Living a Magically Authentic Life' and runs workshops and 1-to-1 sessions. To find out more about Dani's work head to her websiteDiscover her book and other products hereAnd Dani is offering an exclusive discount for RUMP listeners! •⁠  ⁠For products in her shop use 'FLOW10' •⁠  ⁠For working 1-1 with Dani (Astrology, Decluttering, Healing Sessions)  it is 'FLOW11' Discount runs from now until midnight on Halloween. We also mention the following episodes of Right Up My Podcast:Ep. 5 – EFT (Tapping)Ep. 24 – MicrodosingThank you to our team:Music - Andrew GrimesArtwork - Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media - Kate BallsIf you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and really makes a difference in helping people discover the podcast. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: Right Up My Podcast | PatreonOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee from Buy Me a Coffee!Be social with us!InstagramFacebookTikTok
Ep.56 - Ice Baths: How cold water immersion can help with anxiety | Jen Bailey-Hobbs
12-06-2024
Ep.56 - Ice Baths: How cold water immersion can help with anxiety | Jen Bailey-Hobbs
Join us as we learn about the benefits of cold water therapy combined with breathwork, with Jen Bailey-Hobbs at the beautiful Seedlings Retreats in West Wales.Jen expertly guides Gwen and Kate through their first ice bath experience. And it just so happens that they had their mics switched on… so brace yourself for splashes, a lot of huffing and puffing, and the occasional squeal. Jen then sets listeners a challenge that they can do in the comfort (or not!) of their own homes.Jen is an international breathwork instructor, cold water therapist, restorative yin yoga teacher and reiki master. Find out more about Jen and Seedlings Retreats and Holidays here: www.seedlingsretreatsandholidays.com/ Check out Jen's instagram for more content: www.instagram.com/breathe.2.bee/A huge THANK YOU to Jen and the team at Seedlings Retreats for looking after us so wonderfully. We would highly recommend you go and experience it for yourselves!We also mention the following Right Up My Podcast episodes, that link in to what we talk about here:The Importance of Rest: rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/14946320-ep-53-the-importance-of-rest-with-claudia-hammondThe Vagus Nerve: rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/14768909-ep-51-the-vagus-nerveBreathwork (Parts 1 & 2): rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/13443770-ep-46-breathwork-part-1 & rightupmy.buzzsprout.com/1337593/13541487-ep-47-breathwork-part-2Thank you to our team:Music - Andrew GrimesArtwork - Erica Frances GeorgeSocial Media - Kate BallsIf you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe, share with your friends and leave a review. It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. Thank you!Join the RUMP Club! Support the team and access exclusive content from as little as £3 p/month at: https://www.patreon.com/rightupmypodcastOr, if you'd like to make a one-off donation, you can buy us a virtual coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/rightupmyBe social with us!InstagramFacebookTikTok