human podcast with Jez Rose and Matt Boyles

Episode 23 FINALE: And here we are, at the end. Can you believe it's been 23 episodes? What have we learnt whilst exploring what it means to be human? What is the answer? In our finale episode of the series, Matt lets rip with Book of the Week, gets drunk and emotional and tells everyone he loves them, before being sick all over his laptop. This might be one of our favourite episodes of the series - join us on instagram @thathumanpodcast and tell us what your highlights have been. Thank you for joining us, it's been utterly fascinating and joyful.

Episode 22: KNOWLEDGE In the penultimate episode of the series Jez and Matt ponder the dangers, merits and need of knowledge for the human species. Does knowledge make you more important? Do we have an obligation to do something with knowledge? Find out in this week's delicious episode of the human podcast!

Episode 21: DIFFERENCES Jez and Matt open a can of worms as they explore differences, and not just the unfairness that Matt continues to age and Jez looks so ever-youthful. Does labelling our differences make things worse? Matt aggressively disagrees but Jez isn't so sure. Should we spend more time celebrating similarities? This and so much more in this week's episode and over on Instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 20: FUEL From food to love and from Ribena to laughter, this week the boys are talking fuel. 2 entirely different takes on this week's theme for Book of the Week; Matt shares a radical way to approach fuelling our bodies, and Jez offers guidance on simple ways to think about what fuels us best.

Episode 19: LAUGHTER Can you believe we're almost at the end of the series? It's no laughing matter but in this week's episode Matt and Jez explore why we laugh; why and how laughter comforts and heals, and how sometimes it's there at the most inappropriate of moments. Expect tales of dead cats; spontaneous impressions from Monty Python; Joan Collins and the usual things you've come to love. Head over to @thathumanpodcast on instagram to tell us what makes you laugh!

Episode 18 ANGER In this week's episode Matt gets angry and it's not pretty. But apparently very healthy. Jez and Matt explore how many of us are taught that anger is a bad thing, but how powerful it can be when used correctly. When were you last angry about something? Did anything positive come of it? How could we change anger into a force for good? Tune in to find out!

Episode 17: SUCCESS Do you consider yourself successful? If not, why not? If you do, based on what? Our striving for success seems to be a part of our DNA, but is it a learnt behaviour; a social expectation, or is it truly innately human? Find out this week, as Jez manages to sneak in several "unofficial" books of the week; Matt brings us his weekly dose of karaoke and you, dear listener, are set a challenge!

Episode 16: POWER As the power struggle between Matt and Jez continues, the boys this week explore why humans have a seemingly innate desire for power; some of the concerns about misuse and mistrust of power, and where we might all seek alternatives to power. Does money afford you the right to power? Do you have power? Find out all this and more in this week's episode - don't forget to subscribe and share if you like it!

Episode 15: CREATIVITY Jez is struggling to decide if creativity is important but Matt is determined that being creative and our ability to create starts at a cellar level, and is a part of all of us. If you don't consider yourself creative, you might well be surprised by this episode - and if you are creative, Matt and Jez have a challenge for you! From left-handers to serial killers, this is an intriguing episode with a Book of the Week blast from the past! Come join us on Instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 13 SLEEP: In an ironically upbeat episode Jez Rose and Matt Boyles explore the importance of sleep for humans and why it is that we do it, need it, and don't give it enough of our attention. Matt shares his extremely specific sleeping conditions and Jez reveals an astronomical mattress spend consideration. Snuggle up with your favourite non-caffeine based hot drink and edge closer as we spoon our way to the importance of slumber. Share your sleep hacks with us on instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 13: SADNESS Don't be sad! Or do be? Why is sadness a relevant emotion? Why do we feel sadness? And how can sadness be useful for us as humans? Matt and Jez are back this week with your new favourite podcast as they continue to explore what it means to be human. Matt is poorly but he's not letting that make him sad as our punchy pair uncover what sadness does and why it's such a powerful emotion. Grab exclusive human t-shirts, tops and totes at jezrose.teemill.com

Episode 12: SELF CARE Matt and Jez both think they've got the best Book of the Week, but which one do you think is best? This week the delightful duo explore what people mean by self care. Is it important to humans, or just a fad? What do Matt and Jez do for self care - you might be surprised! Let us know what your self care routines involve on instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 11: AGING Spelt with or without an 'e' (who knew?!). Matt is old and yet Jez still looks so young. Sometimes life isn't fair like that. But does it really matter? Ageing (with an e) is a fact of life; it's not something we can hide from or pretend away. Every day we are older. Can we learn to celebrate it more, and in doing so would it make us better humans? Follow us on Instagram @thathumanpodcast and get exclusive human podcast merchandise from jezrose.teemill.com

Episode 10: PURPOSE Matt and Jez struggle to understand or articulate what their purpose in life is, and realise it's something a surprising number of people haven't explored fully. Does it matter? Should our lives feel like they have purpose? Does having a sense of purpose help, or can it hinder us? Let us know what your purpose is on instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 9: LOVE This week Matt declares his love for Jez but in an awkward turn of events it isn't entirely reciprocated. Naivety can be empowering but as they discover, love is a much bigger topic than they imagined. Why do we love? Can we live without love? How do we measure the different types of love we feel for different things and people? One thing's for sure, you're going to love this week's episode! Join us on instagram @thathumanpodcast

Episode 8: MOTIVATION Lost it? Struggling to keep it? Need more of it? Matt and Jez explore where it comes from; how to generate it; why it's important and look at the brain science and physical side of motivation, too. Jez motivates himself to endure another Book of the Week theme tune sung by Matt. What motivates you to get up in the morning? Let us know on instagram @ThatHumanPodcast

Episode 7: PEACE Matt wants peace with Jez; or did he want a piece of Jez? This week the boys explore how important it is for humans to have peace: with themselves; with their past; with their future - and with key elements of their life. Book of the week makes an out-of-tune appearance and there's an interesting discussion about how to interpret peace in different ways. Say hello on instagram @ThatHumanPodcast

Episode 6: CHANGE Why are we so resistant to change? Why should we change? Can change help us to grow as humans? What one change would make you happier and your life better? And when will Matt change to a Book of the Week jingle that's in tune? Don't forget to join us on Instagram for exclusive news, competitions and content @ThatHumanPodcast

Episode 5: VALUES It's a giggly episode that packs a punch. Join Matt and Jez for pillow talk as Jez attempts to reign Matt in! They share their fears which they forgot to share last episode, and explore the things we value, from the physical to the emotional. What are values anyway? Should we have more of them? And how do we uphold them? Don't forget to follow on Instagram for exclusive content and special features @ThatHumanPodcast

Episode 4: FEAR. Spiders, clowns, Jez in Speedo's, or even a lack of purpose: are our fears entirely irrational? Can they be useful to us? How can we better manage them? Join Jez and Matt this week as the dynamic duo reveal their own fears and strategies humans have but don't pay attention to, to control our fears. With an amazing book of the week (and ever terrible theme tune), and plenty of laughs along the way. Join us on instagram @ThatHumanPodcast and take a look at NEW merchandise over at jezrose.teemill.com !

Episode 3: PRIDE. This week Matt and Jez tackle the human 'ugly sisters' pride versus shame and look at the different definitions of pride in the context of being human. There's t-shirt chat; outrageous flirting by Matt; book of the week, and some serious questions that go unanswered. If you're liking it so far, don't forget to join us on our new Instagram account @ThatHumanPodcast and rate the podcast to help other people discover us.

Episode 2: IDENTITY. Matt and Jez explore how important identity is to us; what challenges it; where the boundaries are, and decide that it's more than just our names. Plus of course there's Book of the Week (and Matt's abhorrent attempt at a theme tune).

Ep 1: HAPPINESS. They're back! And it's all your fault! You asked for a proper series, so you're getting one! Over the next 23 weeks of series 1 Jez and Matt take a sometimes deep, often meaningful and occasionally hilarious look at what it means to be human. Matt gets carried away with Book of the Week; Jez ponders whether happiness is important and together the boys explore how we can all live a little happier. Join us on our new instagram account for giveaways and fun episode chat @ThatHumanPodcast

Touch of the bear. Just how important is movement to being human? Matt and Jez share insights into why movement makes us feel better, and advice on how to simply build more movement into your normal daily routines. Jez eats a doughnut; Matt touches a bear and Book of the Month are some corkers! Plus exciting news on the future of the human podcast. If you enjoy it you can buy Jez and Matt a doughnut at ko-fi.com/roots

"When equality feels like oppression." This month Matt and Jez take a right royal romp through self worth, comfort zones and challenging social norms: What is normal? Is wearing a dress such a big deal? What is the meaning of identity? There's plenty of giggles along the way, too AND you can now watch the recording at youtube.com/c/thatjezrose - Don't forget to subscribe, share and if you want to donate to help us give to humanitarian projects, head to ko-fi.com/humanpodcast

"Beauty fades, dumb is forever". Join broadcaster Jez Rose and fitness expert Matt Boyles in episode 1 where we begin to answer the question: what does it mean to be human? Celebrating the complexities, challenges, and joys of being human, with guidance for being the best human possible and plenty of giggles along the way.