Podcast appearances and mentions of Alex George

On today's Healing 101 episode, I'm joined by doctor, mental health advocate, and bestselling author Dr Alex George for a conversation about what it really means to be “normal.”Together, we explore why normality is often a misleading lens for understanding ourselves, the difference between impulsivity and compulsivity, and the many hidden ways OCD can show up beyond the stereotypes. Alex shares personal reflections from his own experience, alongside compassionate insights on intrusive thoughts, rumination, and learning to gently redirect attention.This episode is a powerful reminder that our quirks, sensitivities, and differences are not flaws to fix, but parts of ourselves to understand - and sometimes even our greatest strengths.Thank you to INGENIOUS for sponsoring this episode. INGENIOUS is on a mission to be the voice of truth in the collagen world. Their approach is simple: clinically tested formulas, ingredient transparency, and science-backed results you can trust. They're offering listeners 20% off with the code HEALING20 at https://ingeniouslife.com/Find Alex:Website: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/Instagram: @dralexgeorgeBuy His New Book "Am I Normal?": https://amzn.eu/d/aoEqbLDListen to Stompcast: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/podcastStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What did Billy Monger do next after his racing career? In part two, he shares with Dr Alex George why he said no to his first F1 presenting gig, the Comic relief challenge that pushed him to take on new physical challenges and how he broke the world Ironman record for a double amputee.Follow @billymongerracingOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2017, Billy Monger woke up after a near-fatal crash as a double amputee. Almost ten years on, he joins Dr Alex George to share how he overcame all the odds after that life-changing day. In part one, Billy takes us back to that fateful day, how it felt to wake up with both his legs amputated and the campaign he undertook to return to racing. Follow @billymongerracingOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Sedge Beswick shares whether she believes women can really ‘have it all', the joy and challenges of being a working mum and why she believes that ambition doesn't die in the delivery room…Plus, Sedge and Dr Alex George discuss how we can look after women on maternity leave and whether working from home is actually a good thing for modern working culture.Follow @sedgebeswick and check out her Substack NXT LVL.Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Sedge Beswick joins Dr Alex George to share the wildest moments she's encountered in business - from difficult colleagues to staff members stealing lightbulbs!Plus, Sedge explains why she always hated talking about money and why she believes it's important for her children to see her working.Follow @sedgebeswick and check out her Substack NXT LVL.Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sedge Beswick is a public speaker, consultant and trailblazer in the influencer marketing space as the founder of SEEN Connects. Alongside being a hugely successful entrepreneur, Sedge is a passionate advocate for redefining what success, ambition and mental wellbeing looks like for working women.In part one, Sedge shares her journey into social media, behind the scenes running the ASOS social team and what pushed her to launch her own business at 27 years old…Plus, Sedge and Dr Alex George discuss how to best look after yourself when starting a business for the first time.Follow @sedgebeswick and check out her Substack NXT LVL.Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Max Fosh shares why he decided to pivot into stand-up comedy, what it's really like to take a show on a world tour, and why accepting you won't be great at first is an essential part of the process.Plus, Max and Dr Alex George discuss how to stay calm under pressure and share practical tips for dealing with nerves.Follow @max.fosh and subscribe to his YouTube channel here. Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Max Fosh joins Dr Alex George to unpack how he first got started on YouTube, why confidence is a vital part of content creation and shares some actionable tips for anyone looking to start a career in social media.Plus, Max reflects on his time at Harrow School - and how a school cricket match taught him the true meaning of perseverance… Follow @max.fosh and subscribe to his YouTube channel here. Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Max Fosh is a content creator and comedian, best known for his hilarious YouTube videos where he pulls off silly, often unbelievable stunts.In part one, Max takes us behind the scenes of some of his biggest videos, shares why he doesn't like to be labelled a ‘prankster' and reveals the real secret to going viral…Plus, Max and Dr Alex George discuss the mental load of chasing success and what going viral is actually like.Follow @max.fosh and subscribe to his YouTube channel here. Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sid Batty captured the hearts of millions when he revealed he'd been travelling the world with his cuddly toy: a duck named Quack. In this episode, both Sid and Quack join Dr Alex George for a conversation about what led Sid to bear his soul online, how he overcame his embarrassment to reveal Quack to the world and his experience with OCD and anxiety. Plus, Sid shares what it's like to receive ‘trauma dumps' from his followers. Follow Sid (and Quack!) @sidbattyOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, UnJaded Jade shares her vision for her dream education system, the key things she wishes she learnt at school, and why helping students fall in love with learning is more important than ever.Plus, Jade and Dr Alex George explore whether AI is actually a helpful tool in education, and how it could shape the future of learning.Follow @unjadedjade and check out her book The Only Study Guide You'll Ever Need. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, UnJaded Jade delves into her concept of ‘casual magic', the power of romanticising everyday life and her experience attending a 10-day vipassana meditation retreat.Plus, Jade and Dr Alex George discuss overcoming perfectionism, and offer practical guidance to help you navigate it yourself.Follow @unjadedjade and check out her book The Only Study Guide You'll Ever Need. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UnJaded Jade is a content creator who shot to fame as one of the original ‘StudyTubers', sharing transformative study tips whilst documenting her own academic journey.In part one, Jade joins Dr Alex George to unpack how she got started on YouTube, what it really means to be a high-achiever and how being rejected from the University of Oxford ultimately reshaped her path for the better…Plus, Jade shares what she's learnt from her unique university experience, having studied in seven different countries!Follow @unjadedjade and check out her book The Only Study Guide You'll Ever Need. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first episode of Season 10 of Therapy Works, host Julia Samuel is joined by Dr Alex George for an unusually candid conversation about what happens when your inner world starts to feel like friction you can't push through. Alex shares that he's currently being assessed for autism, and reflects on how recent ADHD and OCD diagnoses have helped him make sense of longstanding patterns, from rumination and sensitivity to masking and burnout. Together they explore the difference between “being different” and struggling, how grief and trauma can intensify symptoms, and why understanding yourself is often the first step towards acceptance and peace. Julia and Alex also talk about the cost of becoming the “fixer” in a family after the sudden death of Alex's brother, and the cumulative impact of public scrutiny and frontline NHS work during the pandemic. In the reflective discussion afterwards, Julia is joined by Sophie and Emily to unpack the debate around diagnosis, why it triggers such strong reactions, and how the most useful question is whether something is genuinely interfering with your life. It's a moving, hopeful start to the season about naming what hurts, finding the right support, and building a kinder world by starting with compassion for yourself. If Only If create beautifully made nightwear that feels thoughtful, timeless, and deeply comforting at the end of the day. Their pieces are designed to support women through every stage of life and are made from natural fabrics in small batches. If you'd like to explore their collection, you can visit ifonlyif.co.uk and use the code JULIA15 for 15% off.  Find Alex:Website: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/Instagram: @dralexgeorgeBuy His New Book "Am I Normal?": https://amzn.eu/d/aoEqbLDListen to Stompcast: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/podcast More from Therapy Works: Subscribe to the Therapy Works Substack for guidance on everyday struggles and access to Julia's monthly live webinar: ⁠https://juliasamuel.substack.com/⁠ Follow Julia on Instagram: ⁠@juliasamuelmbe⁠ for tips, tools, and conversations about navigating life's challenges. If you enjoy this episode, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing — it makes a big difference and helps others discover these conversations.If you need help finding a therapist, visit: ⁠The Samuel Therapy Practice⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In part three, Oliver Burkeman and Dr Alex George dive into the true meaning of happiness, and why nearly everything in life can be seen as either a good time or a good story…Plus, Oliver highlights the importance of living in the present and shares some actionable advice for chronic worriers looking to shift their perspective.Follow @oliverburkeman_ and check out his latest book Meditations for Mortals: A Four-Week Guide to Doing What Counts. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Oliver Burkeman explores how to rethink productivity, why separating your identity from your achievements is essential, and why you need to stop planning your life and start living it…Plus, Oliver and Dr Alex George discuss the power of words and how they have the power to ground us even in life's most challenging moments.Follow @oliverburkeman_ and check out his latest book Meditations for Mortals: A Four-Week Guide to Doing What Counts. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oliver Burkeman is a bestselling author known for his influential writing on productivity, time management and the psychology of happiness.In part one, Oliver joins Dr Alex George to discuss the mental toll of trying to do absolutely everything, and why embracing your limitations may actually be the secret to achieving more…Plus, Oliver unpacks what it's really like to be a journalist and explains why he believes being ‘good enough' is better than being perfect…Follow @oliverburkeman_ and check out his latest book Meditations for Mortals: A Four-Week Guide to Doing What Counts. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In part three, Dr Shadé Zahrai shares some useful advice for strengthening your self-trust, explains why role models play such a powerful role in building self-belief and reveals why you don't have to believe everything you think…Plus, Shadé and Dr Alex George explore fascinating research into the psychology of self-doubt and unpack why change is an uncomfortable but necessary force for growth.Follow @shadezahrai and check out her book Big Trust: Rewire Self-Doubt, Find Your Confidence and Fuel Success. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Dr Shadé Zahrai unpacks why there is real value in making the ‘wrong' decision, why failure only becomes a problem when we attach meaning to it and why you should never wait until you feel ready to take action.Plus, Shadé and Dr Alex George dive into the science behind self-trust and why you only have regrets if you don't learn from them…Follow @shadezahrai and check out her book Big Trust: Rewire Self-Doubt, Find Your Confidence and Fuel Success. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Shadé Zahrai is an award-winning peak performance educator, behavioural researcher and leading authority on self-doubt.Confidence is something so many of us struggle with, but what if we didn't have to? In part one, Shadé joins Dr Alex George to unpack the four pillars of self-trust, how to consistently show up as your best self and why it's never too late to change your life…Plus, Shadé shares how she decided to leave her corporate law career and embark on a new journey in content creation and behavioural psychology!Follow @shadezahrai and check out her book Big Trust: Rewire Self-Doubt, Find Your Confidence and Fuel Success. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Tony Adams shares the many joys being sober has brought to his life and why he believes his biggest achievement is getting sober.Plus, Tony and Dr Alex George unpack why you shouldn't be motivated by your discomfort and reveal whether you can still have fun without drinking alcohol…Follow @tonyadamsofficial and find out more about his recovery programmes at Six Mental Health Addiction and Sporting Chance. Follow along with Tony's Staying Stopped February campaign here.If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousGamblers AnonymousTurning PointOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Alex George is an ADHD and autism specialised doctor and one of the most renowned voices in the ADHD space. With personal experience involving ADHD & mental wellbeing, this is a conversation you can't miss if you want to understand your ADHD on a deeper level. Chapters: 00:00 Trailer 02:47 How to manage ADHD overstimulation 07:03 Dr Alex's ADHD mission 10:34 The emotional consequence of masking 13:24 The connection between masking and loneliness 15:11 Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria 27:39 Signs of AuDHD 32:43 Masking 35:14 Tiimo advert 53:09 Dr Alex's ADHD item 58:09 Washing machine of woes 01:02:31 A letter to my younger self Buy Dr Alex's book

In part two, Tony Adams opens up about how the 12 Step programme saved his life, the vital role forgiveness plays in recovery and why he considers himself ‘lucky' to be an alcoholic…Plus, Tony and Dr Alex George explore how to rebuild self-respect after going sober and why you don't need to be at rock bottom to stop drinking.Follow @tonyadamsofficial and find out more about his recovery programmes at Six Mental Health Addiction and Sporting Chance. Follow along with Tony's Staying Stopped February campaign here.If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousGamblers AnonymousTurning PointOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final episode of our Dry January mini-series, Dr Alex George is joined by a true footballing legend. Tony Adams had an extraordinary career at both club and international level, winning multiple league titles with Arsenal and becoming the most successful captain in the club's history.In part one, Tony shares how alcoholism turned his life upside down at the height of his career. He opens up about the painful ways alcohol affected his relationships and unpacks the pivotal moment he decided to put down the drink for good…Plus, Tony discusses the importance of giving people struggling with addiction the right support and resources - and explains why it took him so long to realise he had a problem with alcohol.Follow @tonyadamsofficial and find out more about his recovery programmes at Six Mental Health Addiction and Sporting Chance. Follow along with Tony's Staying Stopped February campaign here.If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:The 12 Step ProgrammeAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousGamblers AnonymousTurning PointOrder Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out now!Order Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Professor Charles Knowles and Dr Alex George discuss the impact quitting alcohol has had on their lives, the importance of not giving into peer pressure and how to unlock the joys of alcohol-free living.Plus, Charles shares why he believes you can't ‘unlearn' addiction, rather you have to learn how to not drink alcohol.Check out Charles' book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Professor Charles Knowles unpacks the effect alcohol actually has on our bodies, how alcohol impacts our brain function and why a challenge like Dry January can be hugely beneficial to our health.Plus, Charles and Dr Alex George discuss whether there is ever a ‘safe' amount of alcohol to drink and why we need more education about the physical health risks of drinking.Check out Charles' book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of Hurt to Healing, I'm joined by Dr Alex George for a very honest and very relatable conversation about his brand new book Am I Normal? and what it's like to grow up feeling different without knowing why. We talk about his ADHD diagnosis at 31, living with OCD, grief, emotional dysregulation and the painful “what if?” loops that can quietly run your life - and what finally starts to help once you understand your brain. What made this conversation so special is how much we recognised ourselves in each other's experiences, from rejection sensitivity and rumination to needing structure just to feel safe. It's a grounding, compassionate episode about reducing shame, learning to work with your brain rather than against it, and realising you're not broken - you're just human.Find Alex:Website: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/Instagram: @dralexgeorgeBuy His New Book "Am I Normal?": https://amzn.eu/d/aoEqbLDListen to Stompcast: https://www.dralexgeorge.co.uk/podcastStay Connected with Hurt to Healing:Instagram: instagram.com/hurttohealingpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@hurttohealingpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hurt-to-healingSubstack: substack.com/@hurttohealingWebsite: hurttohealing.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Knowles is Professor of Surgery at Queen Mary University of London, and a recovering alcoholic who has written about his experience with addiction in his new book ‘Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More'.In part one, Charles joins Dr Alex George to discuss why some of us can drink more than others, why humans have drank alcohol throughout history and whether it is actually possible to ever have ‘just one more'...Plus, Charles unpacks his concept of the ‘Three Cs' when reflecting on alcohol consumption and shares how the brain's reward pathway shapes our drinking habits.Check out Charles' book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This special episode is brought to you in partnership with Fora Space.Dr. Alex George joins Jake for an open, deeply human conversation about happiness, mental health, and the quiet changes that can transform a life. He challenges the idea that doing more or achieving more will make us happy, explaining why we put happiness on a pedestal while ignoring emotions like sadness, grief, and frustration, even though every emotion has a purpose.Dr. Alex also speaks honestly about sobriety, social pressure, and why you don't need to hit rock bottom to rethink your relationship with alcohol. This conversation also explores grief, therapy, ADHD, and the stigma around men expressing emotion. Dr. Alex reflects on learning to sit with difficult feelings rather than escaping them, why walking therapy helped him process loss, and how cultural expectations can silence people until it's too late. This episode offers a powerful, practical episode about choosing awareness over avoidance, and building a healthier relationship with yourself, one step at a time.Dr Alex's new book "Am I Normal?: Understanding Your Place in a Complex World" is out in January. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Clare Pooley shares some of the best lessons she's learnt from over ten years of sobriety, to help encourage you through your own Dry January journey.Plus, Clare and Dr Alex George discuss their favourite parts of alcohol-free living and give some actionable advice for overcoming the hardest parts of being sober.Follow @clare_pooley and check out her book The Sober Diaries. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Clare Pooley opens up about the feelings of shame that surrounded her early days of sobriety, and how starting her blog helped navigate the initial period of alcohol-free living.Plus, Clare and Dr Alex George debunk the myth that you can't have fun when sober, and why it's vital you continue socialising when taking part in Dry January… Follow @clare_pooley and check out her book The Sober Diaries. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year Stompers! To mark Dry January, we're releasing a special mini-series exploring what alcohol-free living is actually like, to hopefully encourage you to give it a go yourself in 2026.This week, Dr Alex George is joined by Clare Pooley. Clare is a best-selling author, blogger and public speaker who's had her own journey with alcohol - and has been sober for the past ten years!In this episode, Clare shares how she first recognised she had a problem with alcohol, what inspired her to quit drinking and what her first sober month was like.Plus, Clare and Alex discuss the impact that stopping drinking has had on their lives, and why it's so important to realise that alcohol was never your best friend in the first place…Follow @clare_pooley and check out her book The Sober Diaries. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Professor Gina Rippon unpacks whether there are any tangible differences between male and female brains, what brain imaging can tell us about autism and how stereotypes and early childhood environments shape the male and female experience.Plus, Gina and Dr Alex George discuss how through understanding how autism shows up differently, we can create a more inclusive society.Follow @ginarippon1 and check out the books mentioned in this episode, The Lost Girls of Autism: The Untold Story of Women on the Spectrum and The Gendered Brain: The New Neuroscience that Shatters the Myth of the Female Brain. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The New Year is just around the corner, so now is a great time to rewind, reflect, and relive our favourite moments and guests on Made By Mammas that made 2025 unforgettable!In this special Best of 2025 episode, Zoe and Georgia discuss some of the most powerful, hilarious, honest and heartfelt conversations they had over the past year. From shocking parenting confessions to deeply moving stories that stopped us in our tracks, this episode is a celebration of everything Made By Mammas stands for: real talk, real mums, and real life.You'll hear standout moments from incredible guests like Olivia & Alex Bowen, Millie Mackintosh, Dr Alex George and even a tarot card reading from Hannah MacIntyre! Whether you've been with us all year or you're dipping back in, this is the perfect reminder that you're never alone in motherhood.Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Professor Gina Rippon explains how autistic women have been historically overlooked, the ways autism presents differently in women compared to men and how the ‘male spotlight' effect has impacted how autism is viewed in society.Plus, Gina and Dr Alex George discuss the common autistic trait of ‘masking' and unpack how being othered socially could literally change your brain…Follow @ginarippon1 and check out the books mentioned in this episode, The Lost Girls of Autism: The Untold Story of Women on the Spectrum and The Gendered Brain: The New Neuroscience that Shatters the Myth of the Female Brain. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Rippon is Professor Emeritus of Cognitive NeuroImaging at Aston University, and is a leading researcher in understanding how autism shows up differently in women and girls.There seems to be a consensus in the media that there's been an influx of autism diagnoses in recent years, and in part one Gina joins Dr Alex George to discuss whether this is actually the case, what the diagnosis process is like and whether being labelled as autistic is actually beneficial for the individual…Plus, Gina unpacks how autistic people see the world differently and whether we have become more or less accepting of difference as a society.Follow @ginarippon1 and check out the books mentioned in this episode, The Lost Girls of Autism: The Untold Story of Women on the Spectrum and The Gendered Brain: The New Neuroscience that Shatters the Myth of the Female Brain. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Katherine Templar Lewis and Dr Alex George discuss tools you can use to improve your uncertainty tolerance, how you can change your mindset to be more positive and why uncertainty can be an exciting place for opportunity to grow.Plus, Katherine shares some helpful tips for rewiring troublesome thought patterns and shares why it's so important to process negative feelings correctly.Follow @katherinetemplarlewis and her co-author @samconniff and pre-order their book The Uncertainty Toolkit: How to Feel Calmer, Happier and More Confident In an Uncertain World, out 1 January 2026. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Katherine Templar Lewis unpacks why uncertainty is such a big problem among women and young people in particular, the four things people worry about the most and whether you can ever truly let go of uncertainty…Plus, Katherine and Dr Alex George discuss the link between uncertainty and mental illness.Follow @katherinetemplarlewis and her co-author @samconniff and pre-order their book The Uncertainty Toolkit: How to Feel Calmer, Happier and More Confident In an Uncertain World, out 1 January 2026. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katherine Templar Lewis is a creative scientist, who specialises in neuroscience and neuroaesthetics. Katherine is also part of The Uncertainty Experts, who have been running interactive experiments exploring how people navigate feelings of uncertainty.We all experience uncertainty throughout our lives, whether you've just graduated university, lost your job or simply don't know what the future holds - fear of the unknown can be debilitating.In part one, Katherine joins Dr Alex George to discuss why we need to reframe what uncertainty is, the three metal processes that make up uncertainty and how we can unlock our full potential by embracing discomfort…Plus, Katherine unpacks the different types of uncertainty we experience and explains how we can start to change our relationship with it.Follow @katherinetemplarlewis and her co-author @samconniff and pre-order their book The Uncertainty Toolkit: How to Feel Calmer, Happier and More Confident In an Uncertain World, out 1 January 2026. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Rob Parsons joins Dr Alex George to explore how we can come to terms with bad things happening to good people, and why you should never regret being kind.Plus, Rob shares some actionable advice for practicing kindness in everyday life and explains why he believes being kind isn't innate, but rather a skill you learn and cultivate.Check out Rob's book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Rob Parsons speaks about the profound impact letting a homeless man live with him had on his life, how kindness can be transformative and why giving to others can give you a sense of dignity.Plus, Rob and Dr Alex George unpack the importance of community for our wellbeing and discuss what is really important in life…Check out Rob's book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now!Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob Parsons is an author, public speaker and charity founder with an unbelievable story that encapsulates the true meaning of Christmas.In part one, Rob recounts the knock at the door that changed his life forever - why he welcomed a homeless man into his home once Christmas, and how that sparked a 45-year long companionship.Plus, Rob and Dr Alex George discuss how our childhood can influence our self-worth, and unpack why we're all much more similar than we are different.Check out Rob's book A Knock at the Door: A Homeless Man, a Lawyer…and a Family Changed Forever, the proceeds of which go towards his brilliant charity Care for the Family. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Pre-order Alex's latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th JanuaryOrder Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Dr Elaine Kasket explains how to mitigate the negative effects of AI on our lives, whether digital detoxes actually work and shares some useful tips to help you stop mindlessly scrolling…Plus, Elaine and Dr Alex George explore the surprising environmental impacts of artificial intelligence that you're likely unaware of.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Dr Elaine Kasket unpacks the impact of AI-generated ‘relationship bots' on modern society, the dangers of people using AI chatbots as a replacement for therapy and reveals whether it's possible for us to ever live without AI again…Plus, Elaine and Dr Alex George discuss how many of us have fallen into a toxic relationship with technology and Elaine shares some fascinating insights about the true accuracy of artificial intelligence.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Elaine Kasket is a cyberpsychologist and expert in how our digital choices shape our experiences. There's no doubt that technology is at the core of pretty much everything we do now, and many of us couldn't imagine our lives without it. But is our relationship with technology as good as it could be?In part one, Elaine and Dr Alex George explore the concept of ‘digital remains' and what happens to a person's data and social media platforms once they pass away.Plus, Elaine explains how technology can't provide a shortcut through grief, and why it's vital to remember that, no matter how convincing it may seem, artificial intelligence can never truly replicate human emotion.Follow @elainekasket and check out her latest book Reset: Rethinking Your Digital World for a Happier Life. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part three, Professor Marc Brackett and Dr Alex George discuss how to manage emotions in your relationships and why it's never too late to cultivate your emotional intelligence skills…Plus, Marc explains why emotional regulation is more than meditation and breathwork and shares some helpful advice for not getting lost in your feelings.Follow @marc.brackett and check out his latest book Dealing with Feeling: Harness Your Emotions to Create the Life You Want. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today Zoe & Georgia are joined by physician, TV Personality and Youth Mental Health Ambassador Dr Alex George! Championing well-being and mental health, particularly in today's young men and boys, Dr Alex George shares his vast knowledge and insight into what we can all do today to help make the world our kids grow up in a little bit better.Buy his books A Better Day and Happy Habits now!Find a new episode every Tuesday & Friday and in the meantime check out Made By Mammas on Instagram: @madebymammas.Made By Mammas® is an Audio Always production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two, Professor Marc Brackett discusses the importance of giving yourself permission to feel your emotions, the differences between anxiety and stress, and why there's no such thing as ‘bad' emotions…Plus, Marc and Dr Alex George unpack how emotions are connected to the rest of the body and highlight the importance of recognising that no emotion is permanent.Follow @marc.brackett and check out his latest book Dealing with Feeling: Harness Your Emotions to Create the Life You Want. By using our affiliate bookshop you'll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too!Order Alex's latest book Happy Habits - out now! Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastGet the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual nowDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This November is Men's Mental Health Month so we're joined by the UK's Youth Metal Health Ambassador, Dr Alex George to discuss Paternal wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.