Stompcast

Dr Alex George

Our mind and body can be transformed through the simple act of walking. That’s why Dr Alex George has made this new, ambient podcast.It supports his mission to get us all out stomping, so whether you’re taking the dog out, hiking up a mountain or maybe you simply need some fresh air, Dr Alex and his guests will be here every week as your loyal stomping companions.In every episode, you’ll hear Dr Alex George out on a stomp with an exciting guest, in a location of their choice, to take a meander into their lives.You’ll wind through uplifting and thought-provoking conversations with a soothing backdrop of birdsong, crashing waves or the breeze gently rustling through leaves.Each episode is split into three parts, designed to be listened to on three short stomps, or one long one.So put on your headphones, follow @thestompcast and join us on a good old stomp.

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What is the Stompcast?

What is the Stompcast?

Welcome to Dr Alex George’s new podcast with a mission to get us all out stomping for the health of our mind and body.Join Dr Alex and his manager, Harry Grenville, to understand more about what the Stompcast is, why it’s split into three parts and what you can expect from the conversations.Make sure to hit follow so you’re reminded when a new episode goes live, and follow the podcast’s socials:Instagram: @thestompcast TikTok: @stompcastThe first episode goes live on Monday 25th July! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Pt 3: Bereavement, Food and Loneliness: How to Navigate Common Challenges at Christmas | Dr Martin Brunet

Pt 3: Bereavement, Food and Loneliness: How to Navigate Common Challenges at Christmas | Dr Martin Brunet

In part 3, Dr Martin Brunet explains how Christmas can put a spotlight on underlying mental health issues, and offers advice for some common challenges you might be facing this season. Martin shares his tips on dealing with bereavement during this difficult time of year; if you have a loved one with an eating disorder Martin gives advice on how to support them during a holiday that is extremely food focussed; and Alex shares a health fact which highlights the benefits of a Christmas nap. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: Catastrophising Thoughts: What Are They and How to Stop Them | Dr Martin Brunet

Pt 2: Catastrophising Thoughts: What Are They and How to Stop Them | Dr Martin Brunet

In part 2, Dr Martin Brunet breaks down catastrophising thoughts: explaining how they can dominate your life and techniques to overcome them. Martin and Alex discuss breathing techniques you can try when you feel like you’re spiralling, how to put your thoughts into proportion with the issue at hand and how to navigate triggers. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: Feeling Anxious? How to Stop Worrying this Christmas | Dr Martin Brunet

Pt 1: Feeling Anxious? How to Stop Worrying this Christmas | Dr Martin Brunet

The festive period can bring on a lot of anxiety and worry for many of us, so this week Dr Alex George has invited on an specialist guest who can help with these exact feelings. Dr Martin Brunet is a GP who offers expert advice on mental health, specifically anxiety. In part 1, Martin explains that people often underestimate their ability to get burnt out, how to manage your worry and why it’s so important to acknowledge your anxiety instead of ignoring it. Pre-order Martin’s book ‘Your Worry Makes Sense’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: How Liz Earle’s Wellbeing Routine Has Evolved Over the Years

Pt 3: How Liz Earle’s Wellbeing Routine Has Evolved Over the Years

In part 3, Liz Earle MBE shares her wisdom and life lessons with Dr Alex on exercise, alcohol and friendships. Liz explains why she’s forced herself to lighten up over the years, why she seriously considers every social engagement before she says yes and the pair discuss the oxymoron of alcohol and wellbeing. Follow @lizearleme and get her latest book, A Better Second HalfFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: Wellbeing Trends: What To Try and What To Avoid | Liz Earle MBE

Pt 2: Wellbeing Trends: What To Try and What To Avoid | Liz Earle MBE

In part 2, Liz Earle shares with Dr Alex George how she went from beauty journalist to the household name we know today. Liz explains how she got into wellness when it was considered ‘woo woo’, how the ‘Liz Earle’ skincare brand came to be and she offers her insights on health and wellbeing trends. If you want to know which trends have stood the test of time vs. those that turned out to be just a fad, then this conversation is a must listen. Follow @lizearleme and get her latest book, A Better Second HalfFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: Small Changes You Can Make to Your Self-Care Routine | Liz Earle MBE

Pt 1: Small Changes You Can Make to Your Self-Care Routine | Liz Earle MBE

Liz Earle MBE is a significant voice in the wellbeing space, and in this episode, she joins Dr Alex George for a cosy December stomp all about self-care. In part 1, Liz breaks down her 15 minute morning routine which helps her start each day feeling her best, the benefits of simply opening a window as soon as you wake up and why she loves being barefoot outside. Follow @lizearleme and get her latest book, A Better Second HalfFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: How to Stop Feeling the Pressure to Live Your Best Life | Dr Kathryn Mannix

Pt 3: How to Stop Feeling the Pressure to Live Your Best Life | Dr Kathryn Mannix

In part 3, Dr Kathryn Mannix and Dr Alex George discuss what death can teach us about living fulfilled lives. Kathryn offers advice on how to stop worrying, practises you can try to bring yourself back from spiralling thoughts and why you shouldn’t feel pressure to live your best life. Follow @drkathrynmannix and get her book ‘With the End in Mind’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: The Process of Dying Explained – Why It Will Make You Less Scared | Dr Kathryn Mannix

Pt 2: The Process of Dying Explained – Why It Will Make You Less Scared | Dr Kathryn Mannix

In part 2, Dr Kathryn Mannix shares a powerful story from her days in palliative care, which will ultimately leave you less afraid of the unknown.Kathryn examples the ‘process of ordinary human dying’ and why explaining this often puts people at ease. Plus, Kathryn and Alex discuss the changes around families being included in their loved ones' deaths, and whether or not children should be allowed in the room.Follow @drkathrynmannix and get her book ‘With the End in Mind’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: Why Wait Until You’re Dying to Start Living Your Life? | Palliative Care Expert, Dr Kathryn Mannix

Pt 1: Why Wait Until You’re Dying to Start Living Your Life? | Palliative Care Expert, Dr Kathryn Mannix

Dr Kathryn Mannix is a best selling author and former palliative care consultant. She joins Dr Alex George on this life affirming stomp to discuss what death can teach us about living.In part 1, Kathryn explains why we don’t take our mortality seriously, how to stop waiting until you’re running out of time to live the life you want and the surprising things she’s heard when taking care of people who are at the end of their life. Follow @drkathrynmannix and get her book ‘With the End in Mind’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: Top Tips to Overcome Social Anxiety | David Robson

Pt 3: Top Tips to Overcome Social Anxiety | David Robson

In part 3, David reveals more of his 13 social strategies so you can beat social anxiety and feel confident talking to new people. David shares why talking to strangers is really important, why we often don’t say the positive thing we’re thinking to people we don’t know and his top tips for overcoming social anxiety. Get David’s book The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your LifeFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: Why Prioritising Your Friendships Can Help You Live Longer | David Robson

Pt 2: Why Prioritising Your Friendships Can Help You Live Longer | David Robson

In part 2, David Robson shares the fascinating connection between longevity and quality friendships.David shares the science behind why lasting friendships can help you live longer, how to stop comparing everyone else’s social life to yours and how to salvage friendships that you once thought were over. Get David’s book The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your LifeFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: The Laws of Connection: How to Stop Feeling Isolated and Find Lasting Friendships | David Robson

Pt 1: The Laws of Connection: How to Stop Feeling Isolated and Find Lasting Friendships | David Robson

Have you ever been in a group of people and felt like you’re the only person not having a good time? In this episode, we explore the Laws of Connection with award-winning writer David Robson, as he joins Dr Alex on this insightful stomp. In part 1, David explains the number 1 reason people forge connections, he shares fascinating studies on how to make friends in minutes and how to combat isolating feelings. Get David’s book The Laws of Connection: 13 Social Strategies That Will Transform Your LifeFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: Why a Year Apart Made My Relationship Stronger | Hardest Geezer

Pt 3: Why a Year Apart Made My Relationship Stronger | Hardest Geezer

As long distance running meets long distance relationships, in part 3, Russ Cook (Hardest Geezer) explains how he and his girlfriend stayed connected during a year away. Russ shares a top tip for anyone in a LDR, how he grew spiritually during his challenge and he reveals the terrifying story of when he got kidnapped. Plus, when Dr Alex asks about Russ’ new normal, it reveals how the mental impact of the challenge is still ongoing…Follow @hardestgeezer and get his new book ‘Mind Over Miles’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: Finding the Light in the Darkness | Hardest Geezer

Pt 2: Finding the Light in the Darkness | Hardest Geezer

In part 2, Russ Cook (Hardest Geezer) shares the physical and emotional impact of his gruelling challenges. Russ reveals how he managed to get into Algeria despite being denied a visa, how he’s handling his newfound fame and what the hardest part of the challenge was (and it wasn’t the running!).Follow @hardestgeezer and get his new book ‘Mind Over Miles’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: The First Person to Run the Length of Africa | Hardest Geezer

Pt 1: The First Person to Run the Length of Africa | Hardest Geezer

Hardest Geezer, aka Russ Cook, became the first person to run the entire length of Africa earlier this year. This week he joins Dr Alex George on the Stompcast to reveal the impact of pushing yourself to your extreme limits.In part 1, Russ talks about the challenges he did before the Big One (including being buried alive), how making the random choice to run home after a night out kicked off his love of the sport and what made him want to take on this incredible challenge. Follow @hardestgeezer and get his new book ‘Mind Over Miles’ Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: A Psychologist's Guide to Meditation | Dr Mark Rackley

Pt 3: A Psychologist's Guide to Meditation | Dr Mark Rackley

In part 3, Dr Alex George asks Dr Mark Rackley if meditation can actually make an impact on someone’s mental fitness, and tips on where to begin. Mark explains the principles of meditation and mindfulness, simple hacks if you struggle to get into the zone and what is happening in your brain when you start to have spiralling thoughts. Follow @drmarkrackleyFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: What is Learned Helplessness and How Do You 'Unlearn' It? | Dr Mark Rackley

Pt 2: What is Learned Helplessness and How Do You 'Unlearn' It? | Dr Mark Rackley

Do you ever find yourself in a toxic situation but do nothing to change it? In part 2, Dr Mark Rackley explains the phenomenon of ‘learned helplessness’ and how to overcome it.Mark and Dr Alex George discuss why we’re prone to staying in unpleasant environments (such as bad workplaces or relationships), the signs of learned helplessness and how to stop doing this as well as break the cycle. Follow @drmarkrackleyFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 1: How to Fight Off Seasonal Depression | Dr Mark Rackley

Pt 1: How to Fight Off Seasonal Depression | Dr Mark Rackley

Dr Mark Rackley is a psychologist and wellbeing expert, with over 20 years of experience. In this jam-packed episode, he joins Dr Alex George to cover a plethora of topics to set yourself up for optimum mental fitness this winter.In part 1, Mark takes us on a deep dive of seasonal depression and the winter blues. Mark explains why we often feel worse when the weather gets colder and the days get shorter and he shares top tips on how to increase your resilience to seasonal depression.Follow @drmarkrackleyFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 3: How to Avoid Fussy Eating and Build Healthy Food Habits | Dr Omara Naseem

Pt 3: How to Avoid Fussy Eating and Build Healthy Food Habits | Dr Omara Naseem

TW: This conversation covers eating disorders and disordered eating | In part 3, Dr Omara Naseem offers her top tips on a healthier way to approach food, which still includes eating cake. Omara explains how to avoid teaching your kids to be fussy eaters, why not everything you eat has to be healthy and why we must remind ourselves that our value is not tied to our bodies. For support with eating disorders head to /www.beateatingdisorders.org.ukFollow @dr.omara.naseemFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pt 2: Ozempic, Reality TV, Tracking Apps: How Society is Encouraging Disordered Eating | Dr Omara Naseem

Pt 2: Ozempic, Reality TV, Tracking Apps: How Society is Encouraging Disordered Eating | Dr Omara Naseem

TW: This conversation covers eating disorders and disordered eating | In part 2, Dr Omara Naseem and Dr Alex George discuss the ways society is fuelling disordered eating.Omara reveals her thoughts on the decision to add calories to menus, why tracking apps might be bad for you and how reality tv is impacting our relationship with our bodies.For support with eating disorders head to /www.beateatingdisorders.org.ukFollow @dr.omara.naseemFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex’s book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.