Power Hour

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing 2023's episode with the wonderful Viv Groskop.From the episode notes...Happy high status is a new way of thinking about confidence and how you relate to yourself. It's how actors and comedians enhance their presence on stage and screen. It lends strength and energy to your interactions, big and small, and is a way of projecting status, minimising self-doubt and moving effortlessly through life. Viv's book is out now!Drawing on research, practical tips and lessons from the worlds of comedy, film, television, politics and sport, Viv Groskop offers a masterclass in how you can access this new form of confidence at any time. All, crucially, with no risk of anyone thinking that you are your own biggest fan.Viv Groskop is an award-winning writer, stand-up comedian, playwright and TV and radio presenter. She is the host of the podcast How Own the Room, with over 2 million downloads and guests including Hillary and Chelsea Clinton, Margaret Atwood, Professor Mary Beard, Nigella Lawson and very occasionally a man like Brian Cox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing 2023's episode with the wonderful Thomas Curran.From the episode notes...Thomas Curran (@thom_curran) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science at the London School of Economics. He is a world leading expert on perfectionism. He has written for the Harvard Business Review, was featured in the New Scientist, and his work has been covered by publications including the Guardian, Telegraph, Wall Street Journal, and Ariana Huffington's 'Thrive Global' campaign. In 2018, he gave a TEDMED talk entitled 'Our Dangerous Obsession with Perfectionism is Getting Worse'. Thomas' book The Perfection Trap is out on June 1st and has been described as "a powerful, poignant book on the impossibly high expectations that stand in the way of happiness, health, and success". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Continuing Adrienne's look back at some of her favourite episodes of the Power Hour, we look at the brilliant episode with Dr Helen O'Neill, founder of Hertility.From the show notes...Dr Helen is the co-founder and CEO of Hertility, and is a lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics and a leading expert in reproductive science. She has a Masters in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine and a PhD in Stem Cell Biology from UCL. Her research focuses on pre-implantation embryo development and the use of CRISPR genome editing to assess understanding and treatment of disorders of infertility.You can follow Dr Helen @dr.helenoneill and Hertility @hertility_healthWhy Hertility was born…For too long, women have been dismissed by the healthcare system. Their bodies are ’too complicated’ to understand and their health conditions remain ‘elusive’. So, we’re revolutionising reproductive healthcare and putting women front and centre of everything we do.By bringing reproductive science out of the lab and into the hands of every single woman worldwide, we’re setting a new standard of scientific rigour and education in female health to nurture the Mother of all movements - one powered by a new generation of women who back their bodies and their life choices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing 2022's episode with the brilliant Professor Tim Spector.From the episode notes...Adrienne speaks with Tim Spector. Tim Spector is Professor of Genetics and Director of TwinsUK registry at King's College London.He writes about about common dietary misconceptions, why diversity of food matters and whether we should be looking to a more personalised approach when it comes to supporting optimal health. Find out more about Tim's website Zoe here joinzoe.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing 2022's episode with the brilliant Simon Alexander Ong.From the episode notes...Simon Alexander Ong is a personal development entrepreneur, coach and public speaker. His clients are from all walks of life but they share one trait; they all believe that the greatest investment you can make is in yourself. Simon’s book Energize is available now in which Simon explores energy, citing that energy is the fuel that drives your success and gives you the power to achieve your potential. And when managed well, it will transform the way you live and work. Go to getenergizedbook.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives on Thursdays.Today we're sharing 2022's episode with the brilliant Dr Rangan Chatterjee to discuss all things happiness.From the episode notes...Dr Rangan Chatterjee is regarded as one of the most influential doctors in the UK. A practising GP for the last two decades, Dr Chatterjee wants to inspire people to transform their health and happiness through making small sustainable changes to their lifestyles. Leading the charge on how healthcare and medicine is understood in the UK, Dr Chatterjee has co-created and teaches the widely acclaimed 'Prescribing Lifestyle Medicine' course with the Royal College of GPs, that has now been delivered to thousands of doctors and healthcare professionals.His latest book Happy Mind, Happy Life: 10 Simple Ways to Feel Great Every Day is full of easy-to-understand tips and activities that will help anyone feel calmer and experience more joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing 2021's episode with the brilliant neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart, discussing all things visualisation and more!From the episode notes...Dr Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, medical doctor, executive advisor, Senior Lecturer at MIT Sloan, and author of best-seller ‘The Source’ which has translations in 36 global territories.Tara is passionate about disseminating simple, pragmatic neuroscience-based messages that change the way people live and work. You can find Tara’s website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives on Thursdays.Today we're sharing October 2020's episode with the fantastic James Clear. James Clear's a best-selling author and since this conversation has released more books about habits.From the episode notes...This week Adrienne speaks with James Clear. James is the author behind New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits, which has sold over 1 million copies. He is the man who is going to help you live better! He also has his popular 3-2-1 newsletter, which you can find here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives.Today we're sharing and episode from 2021, with the brilliant Grace Beverley.From the episode notes...Grace is an Oxford graduate, an influencer, one of the Forbes 30 Under 30, and the owner of two businesses: Shreddy and Tala. All this at the age of 24! However she’s also a big believer in down time, so much so she’s written a book about it - Working Hard, Hardly Working. Which you can buy now! You can find Grace’s Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives on Thursdays.Today we're sharing April 2023's episode all about Ultra-processed food, with guest Dr Chris van Tulleken. Since this episode Chris has been on a mission to get us discussing our diets and making positive healthy changes, and the phrase ultra-processed food has become common parlance!From the episode notes...Adrienne is joined by the wonderful Dr Chris van Tulleken to discuss his new book Ultra-Processed People. In the book Dr Chris discusses how we have entered a new 'age of eating' where most of our calories come from an entirely novel set of substances called Ultra-Processed Food, food which is industrially processed and designed and marketed to be addictive. But do we really know what it's doing to our bodies?Dr Chris van Tulleken is an infectious disease doctor at University College London Hospitals, and a Medical Research Council clinical research fellow at University College London in the Greg Towers lab, where he studies viral evolution and HIV. He has worked with aid organisations around the world over the past 10 years, including Doctors of the World. He also presents a range of programmes for the BBC including the double-Bafta winning Operation Ouch!. He is on Twitter @DoctorChrisVT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As well as the Power Hour Adrienne also hosts the Modern Wellness Podcast, alongside Fiit Cofounder Sammi (who also happens to be Adrienne's husband) and Physiologist and leading expert in lifestyle management, Oliver Patrick. They recently had a very lively episode discussing the shocking truth regarding microplastics and our bodies, as outlined in the Guardian's Microplastics are infiltrating brain tissue, studies show: ‘There’s nowhere left untouched’There's a discussion around the recent Electrolytes boom - are you someone who swears by them? The electrolytes boom: a wonder supplement – or an unnecessary expense?And finally there's a look at fitness rentals - and a chat around their possible future!Go and search for "Modern Wellness Podcast" and give it a follow so you can catch up on the 45+(!) brilliant episodes, and be the first to hear the new ones.More about Modern Wellness Podcast...Each week the trio delves into new health practices, tech advancements, and business news. They provide accurate unbiased information for both industry insiders and curious listeners.The Modern Wellness Podcast isn't just about delivering facts. it's an engaging and entertaining listen. With a fun authentic chemistry and diverse viewpoints,the hosts aren't afraid to challenge each other's ideas, resulting in thought-provoking debates that shed light on different aspects of wellbeing.Don't forget to rate/review and subscribe or follow!You can follow the show and send in your questions to @modernwellnesspodcast or email questions@modernwellnesspodcast.comAnd follow the hosts Adrienne @adrienne_ldn, Sammi @sammiadhami, and Oli @_olipatrick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Adrienne reflects on 6 years of the Power Hour, we are going to share some of our favourite episodes from the archives on Thursdays.Today we're sharing April 2023's brilliant episode with New York Times Journalist Sarah Knight.*A quick warning: there is some explicit language in this episode*Adrienne is joined by the New York Times bestselling author Sarah Knight to discuss her new book Grow the F*ck Up: How to be an adult and get treated like one.With more than 3 million copies in print, Sarah Knight’s No Fucks Given Guides have been published in thirty-one languages worldwide. Her TEDx Talk on "The Magic of Not Giving a Fuck" has 10 million views; in addition to writing and speaking, she hosts the popular No Fucks Given podcast. You can follow Sarah @sarahknightauthor The link to the online quiz mentioned by Sarah is here: https://www.charactour.com/hub/personality?mc_cid=6dad4836bb&mc_eid=9764f15a07#!/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David and Stephen Flynn, AKA The Happy Pear, need no introduction. Known and loved for their hearty yet healthy dishes, big flavours, delicious food and incredible sense of community, they have been bringing joy through good food for twenty years. The new book, The Happy Pear 20: Recipes and Learnings from the First 20 Years, is inspired by the dishes that are most requested in the café and the food that they (and their kids!) actually eat at home, this is healthy home-cooking at its best. The book is out now and available in stores and online!You can find out more about The Happy Pear @the happypear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrienne is delighted to announce she has started a Substack, called In The Room. You can subscribe for free at adrienneadhami.substack.comIn The Room is where I’ll share what I’ve learned because I’ve spent years getting into rooms where opportunities are created and decisions are made. I know how valuable it is to access those conversations. Not everyone gets that chance, but everyone can benefit from the insights and knowledge shared in those spaces. My goal is to bridge that gap—bringing you in and giving you the insights and strategies to confidently navigate your own path, no matter where you are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Power Hour podcast, Adrienne speaks with Celeste Gardner, a preventative mental health practitioner. They discuss Celeste's journey from teaching to focusing on health and wellness, the challenges teachers face, and the importance of preventative mental health. Celeste emphasizes the need for connection and community in supporting mental health, particularly for the younger generation, who are increasingly affected by loneliness and social media. To find out more about what Celeste is up to head to celestegardner.comCeleste is the founder of The Healthy People’s Club, which has its own podcast too. You can follow Celeste @_celestegardner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily M Austen is the founder and CEO of EMERGE, an award winning PR Agency, based in London, working with global brands, including Huel, Red Bull, Spanx, and Abercrombie. The 25 strong team was started by Emily in 2012, at the age of 22, after she graduated from Manchester University with a degree in Criminology and Criminal Law. Her new book SMARTER is out on November 7th and can be preordered now. In it Emily reframes the idea of over-productivity equalling success, and will ultimately show that those who work smarter, are those who achieve more long-term success. Featuring 10 achievable steps, and the experience of successful entrepreneur, E.M Austen, SMARTER will show you how to reframe previous systems that your brain predicts, switch your mindset from one of scarcity to one of abundance, join the 8am club, conduct a busyness detox, define what success means to you, track your energy not your time, identify and set healthy boundaries, time block, habit pair and switch to mono tasking, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As well as the Power Hour Adrienne also hosts the Modern Wellness Podcast, alongside Fiit Cofounder Sammi (who also happens to be Adrienne's husband) and Physiologist and leading expert in lifestyle management, Oliver Patrick. They recently had a very lively episode discussing the Neko Body Scan, and the new SuperHalfs proposal - which felt very fitting for the Power Hour audience, so as a bonus we're sharing with you too!Go and search for "Modern Wellness Podcast" and give it a follow so you can catch up on the 40(!) brilliant episodes, and be the first to hear the new ones. More about Modern Wellness Podcast...Each week the trio delves into new health practices, tech advancements, and business news. They provide accurate unbiased information for both industry insiders and curious listeners.The Modern Wellness Podcast isn't just about delivering facts. it's an engaging and entertaining listen. With a fun authentic chemistry and diverse viewpoints,the hosts aren't afraid to challenge each other's ideas, resulting in thought-provoking debates that shed light on different aspects of wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raphael Sofoluke is a serial entrepreneur, author, founder and CEO behind UK Black Business Show, UK Black Business Week, Birmingham Black Business Show & Black Tech Achievement Awards.In his new book Together We Thrive: How to find your tribe, build a community and create the dream network is available to buy now! In it Raphael guides us through the immense potential of building a community. Throughout the chapters, Raphael draws on his access to professionals and influencers from varied sectors in his case studies. He shares practical strategies, real-life examples, and actionable steps to help you build, foster, and sustain a community that elevates all aspects of your life. And as a reminder Adrienne's new book Decisions That Matter is available to pre-order now which you can do at Amazon, Waterstones, Bookshop.org and more! Today Adrienne explains a little more about the book, and why she wrote it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adrienne is delighted to announce that her new book Decisions That Matter is available to pre-order now which you can do at Amazon, Waterstones, Bookshop.org and more! Today Adrienne explains a little more about the book, and why she wrote it.About the bookIt's estimated that the average person now makes around 35,000 decisions each day. We're living in the age of abundance, with more choices than ever before. From everyday mundane choices to big life decisions, the more options we have, the more overwhelmed we become. In Decisions That Matter: How to Make Decisions in A World of Endless Choice, Adrienne provides the tools and insights you need to navigate these choices with confidence. Adrienne offers strategies and frameworks to help you make intentional decisions in a world full of distractions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The brilliant Bola Sol is back on the Power Hour to chat with Adrienne all about her new book Your Money Life: How to Afford the Future You Want.You can follow Bola @bola_sol and the book is out now in stores and online!About the book:Whether you want to have children, get married, pay for a mortgage, start your own business or pay for nice holidays, all these goals cost money. But by building solid money habits you can plan for all life’s major milestones and dream bigger. Bola Sol offers the essential tools needed to get started and make your bank balance healthier. Once you’ve done that, she demonstrates how you can grow your ambition and become wealthier. Finally, she reveals how you can use this money smartly to pay for things you want and become happier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.