Podcast appearances and mentions of Louise Minchin

Louise Minchin, a familiar face from BBC Breakfast, takes us beyond the red sofa and into the crime fiction world with her debut novel, "Isolation Island." Our conversation unveils the transformation from journalism to thriller writing, sharing the emotional highs and the challenges of stepping into an entirely new career path. Louise candidly discusses the courage it took to transition from non-fiction to fiction, and how her experiences on "I'm a Celebrity" inspired her storytelling journey.Listeners will gain insight into the art of crafting thrillers as Louise contrasts her previous work in journalism with the immersive narratives of her new book. We explore the nuances of character development and how unexpected real-life events, like her experiences with storms, influenced the plot of "Isolation Island." Isolation IslandTEN CELEBRITIES...Arrive on a remote Scottish islandTWO WEEKS...to win the prize of a lifetime ONE DARK SECRET...And the game turns deadly.Ten celebrities have arrived to take part in a gruelling reality survival show: two weeks completely alone on a remote Scottish island, in the depths of winter. With some careers on the rise, and others whose star is fading, almost everyone has something to play for. But investigative journalist Lauren has one question - what does Hollywood megastar Nate Stirling have to gain by taking part?With a production team that seems incapable of keeping them safe, a gathering storm and the unrelenting gaze of hidden cameras, the contestants are stretched to the limit as they try to outshine their fellow competitors and hide their darkest secrets.But when a body is found, it's clear that the game has become a matter of life and death...Follow Louise MinchinSend us a textSupport the show"Enjoying 'The Conversation'? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️! Every contribution helps keep the show going.https://ko-fi.com/nadinemathesonDon't forget to subscribe, download and review.Follow Me:www.nadinematheson.com Threads: @nadinematheson Facebook: nadinemathesonbooksInstagram: @queennadsTikTok: @writer_nadinemathesonBlueSky: @nadinematheson.bsky.social

27. Peter James & Tina Payne at the Chiltern Kills crime writing festival 2024: We'd Like A Word hosts Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan hear from Peter James, the bestselling author of the Roy Grace detective series, and also from new crime fiction sensation Tina Payne aka TM Payne. And lots more from the 2024 Chiltern Kills festival in Gerrards Cross, just 20 minutes from London Marylebone. The next Chiltern Kills will be on Saturday 4th October 2025, with all ticket sales in aid of the Centrepoint charity combatting youth homelessness. Please join us. Peter James talks about his latest instalment, One Of Us Is Dead - number 20! - in the DS Roy Grace series - also a multi-season successful ITV series. Also about how he's written such a long running series; the dangers of bad TV adaptations; how being the writer behind a TV series can feel like being God; how actor John Simm now influences the development of the fictional Roy Grace; and how police forces now approach him to spread the word on their new crime fighting innovations. Tina Payne talks about her Detective Sheridan Holler series, including Long Time Dead, This Ends Now, and Play With Fire. She also reveals how, after 18 years in the Norfolk police, she keeps her books authentic; and that though she didn't start the fire (Your Honour), she does have an intimate knowledge of the lyrics and plans to deploy them at the Chiltern Kills How To Murder A Song karaoke. Also discussed in this one-part episode: writing and singing stars Mark Edwards and Ed James, thriller author and Chiltern Kills co-organiser Tony Kent, Frederick Forsyth, Victoria Christian, Jeffrey Archer, Murder in Moonlit Square, Leye Adenle, Eve Smith, Greg Mosse, Ajay Chowdhury, climate change in crime fiction, Aneysha Minocha of Quantaco, Louise Minchin, the Secret barrister, Lisa Maxwell from the Bill, comedians Phoebe Haywood and Ian Stone, witches, biscuits, Ciarán O'Keeffe, Derek Acorah, ghosts, wiccan, Celtic calendar, neo-pagan, Mark Page, Phil Jupitus, Paul Weller, Jeremy Vine, the Writers' Room, MJ Arlidge, Steph Broadribb, Julia Crouch, Lisa Hall, Hastings Green Man Festival, Morris dancing, Boss Morris and The Wad. We'd Like A Word is a podcast & radio show from authors Paul Waters & Stevyn Colgan. (And sometimes Jonathan Kennedy.) We talk with writers, readers, editors, agents, celebrities, talkers, poets, publishers, booksellers, & audiobook creators about books - fiction & non-fiction. We go out on various radio & podcast platforms. Our website is http://www.wedlikeaword.com for information on Paul, Steve & our guests. We're on Twitter @wedlikeaword & Facebook @wedlikeaword & our email is wedlikeaword@gmail.com Yes, we're embarrassed by the missing apostrophes. We like to hear from you - questions, thoughts, ideas, guest or book suggestions. Perhaps you'd like to come on We'd Like A Word to chat, review or read out passages from books. Paul is writing a new cosy mystery series set in contemporary Delhi. The first in the series is Murder in Moonlit Square, which will be published by Bedford Square publishers in 2025. He previously wrote a thriller set on the 1950s Irish border called Blackwatertown. We can also recommend Cockerings, the comic classic by Stevyn Colgan.

Loose Ends embraces the great outdoors this week at the Kendal Mountain Festival. Stuart talks to festival patron and bestselling writer Robert Macfarlane about his "mountain DNA" and unusual walking snack. Broadcaster and writer Louise Minchin loves a mountain too. Having put aside the extreme working practice of rising at 3am for Breakfast TV she now loves a triathlon, a free-dive at night under ice or the extreme experience that is learning to cook a soufflé from an online video for Celebrity Masterchef. Space scientist Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock - who is such a star there is even a Barbie doll in her image - on being inspired by the night sky, be that incredible telescope images or The Clangers as she was as a child. And for a counterpoint approach we have a relative newcomer to the country, the comedian Chris Cantrill who describes himself as a "rural imposter" and hosts a podcast about adapting to the northern wilds by competitive leek growing and donning a cape. Plus music from Lake District singer songwriter Olivia Fern and Cumbrian-born indie artist Melanie Baker, who loves mountains so much she once filmed a music video at the top of one. Presenter: Stuart Maconie Producer: Olive Clancy

In this episode we chat to BBC broadcaster turned crime writer Louise Minchin about her debut, Isolation Island, and discuss a one-hundred-year-old frozen foot found on Mount Everest.

In this episode, Cally talks to Louise Minchin about BBC Breakfast, adrenaline, news, sleep, endurance sports, female icons, crime writing, dog walking, reality TV, equal pay and reinvention. Instagram: @louiseminchin Twitter: @louiseminchin TikTok: @louiseminchinofficial Isolation Island book More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Part of the Auddy Network Sponsorship: info@theloniouspunkproductions.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Journalist, broadcaster, and now author, Louise Minchin, overcomes wild weather, technical issues, and a hotel turn-down, to chat to Gabby this week on The Mid•Point! Louise shares her love of swimming, and how finding a passion for triathlon later in life unwittingly helped her to navigate the menopause; she describes it as “self medication”. Louise also talks about big midlife decisions and what it was like when she left BBC Breakfast to pursue her writing career, as well as her obsession with reality TV, and how snacks and naps are two of her favourite things! Louise's new novel Isolation Island is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jane and Fi make many requests from you in this episode so please grab a pen and paper... They cover moving circus dentists, getting ID'd, menopause, nightmares and the VP debate - to name a few! Also, broadcaster Louise Minchin stops by to discuss her debut novel 'Isolation Island'. Our next book club pick has been announced! 'The Trouble with Goats and Sheep' by Joanna Cannon.If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radioFollow us on Instagram! @janeandfiPodcast Producer: Eve SalusburyExecutive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today is author, endurance athlete and ex BBC breakfast presenter Louise Minchin. Louise is, of course, best known for her twenty year stint on BBC Breakfast's sofa but she has also been main news anchor on the BBC News, presented The One Show and participated in a host of reality TV shows including I'm a Celebrity get me out of here. Since leaving the sofa, she has chaired the Women's Prize for Fiction, honed her skills as an endurance athlete (she qualified for the Great Britain Age-Group Triathlon Team in 2015 for the World Triathlon Championships in Chicago, and completed the Norseman triathlon - she doesn't do things by halves!) and turned her hand to writing. Louise's latest book is a heartstopping thriller called Isolation Island, which takes ten celebrities and dumps them in a derelict monastery on a remote scottish island. Think I'm A Celebrity meets Traitors with a splash of Big Brother and you're halfway there! Louise joined me to talk about the importance of putting women of all ages centre stage and how she built a new career off the breakfast TV sofa. We also discussed how perimenopause robbed her of herself, the power of adventure, how she learnt to love her body for what it can do not how it looks and why she wants to encourage more women to take a risk in midlife. * You can buy all the books mentioned in this podcast at The Shift bookshop on Bookshop.org, including Isolation Island by Louise Minchin and the book that inspired this podcast, The Shift: how I lost and found myself after 40 - and you can too, by me. * If you enjoyed this episode and you fancy buying me a coffee, pop over to my page on buymeacoffee.com. • And if you'd like to support the work that goes into making this podcast and get a weekly newsletter plus loads more content including exclusive transcripts of the podcast, why not join The Shift community, come and have a look around at www.theshiftwithsambaker.substack.com • The Shift (on life after 40) with Sam Baker is created and hosted by Sam Baker and edited by Juliette Nicholls @ Pineapple Audio Production. If you enjoyed this podcast, please rate/review/follow as it really does help other people find us. And let me know what you think on twitter @sambaker or instagram @theothersambaker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Susie Dent and Louise Minchin join Joe Haddow this week for a war of the words.Both guests have had incredible careers in TV (Susie recently celebrated 30 years of being on Countdown and Louise spent 20 years on BBC Breakfast's red sofa) and both have written non-fiction before, but have now turned their hand to novels.Susie say's her book, Guilty By Definition, is more of a linguistic mystery than a murder mystery, whilst Louise's book, Isolation Island, is a page-turning thriller.They discuss their love of Agatha Christie, why they both gravitated towards the crime genre and how hard they found the shift from writing non-fiction to fiction.As well as giving us some brilliant book recommendations, they also discuss their love of...cemeteries. YEP!THE BOOK OFF'Red Love' by Maxim LeoVS'Rebecca' by Daphne Du MaurierWe hope you enjoy this episode - and the whole of the new series! Please like, comment and follow so you never miss an episode (and so we can help spread the word!)More on our guests: Susie Dent is a writer and broadcaster on language. She recently celebrated 30 years as co-presenter and resident word expert on ‘Countdown' - and regularly appears on the show's comedy sister ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown'. She is the author of several non-fiction books, and her debut novel is ‘Guilty By Definition'Louise Minchin spent twenty-years on BBC Breakfast's red sofa, as well as being the main news anchor on the BBC News Channel. Over her career, she has appeared in a number of reality shows, including I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Time Crashers and Celebrity Masterchef – as well as presenting on BBC Radio 5 Live too. She is the author of two books of non-fiction, and her debut novel is ‘Isolation Island' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cath Pendleton works full-time in an office in Wales and is a single mum to two daughters. But she's also swum an ice mile in Antarctica, won Bronze for Team GB in the World Ice Swimming Championships in Russia and completed a swim across the English Channel. Cath's inspired countless women to get outside and have an adventure, including TV presenter Louise Minchin, whom she persuaded to go free diving under the ice in Finland! Also known as ‘the Merthyr Mermaid' (referencing Merthyr Tydfil where she lived), Cath certainly knows about juggling real life to make time for outdoors adventures, and she had so many insights to share when I spoke to her at The Big Retreat Festival in Pembrokeshire. Don't miss Cath's tips for getting started with ice swimming at the end of the episode, as well as a minute of the sounds of nature for a little bit of escapism in your busy day. Cath's episode of The Outdoors Fix is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts. It's also embedded below. I hope you enjoy it! Liv x The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk You'll find Cath Pendleton on Instagram @swimcathswim - The Big Retreat Festival is @thebigretreatfestival You can find photos from our recording on Instagram @TheOutdoorsFix The Outdoors Fix book is now available: http://bit.ly/3GJDLJc The audio from the festival was produced by Pete Crouch from Liquid Studios: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petecrouch/ The post Cath Pendleton: The ice swimming ‘Merthyr Mermaid' – Live from the Big Retreat festival appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.

Familiar to millions as the former face of BBC Breakfast, hear how RNLI supporter Louise Minchin surprised herself with a midlife love of – and talent for – outdoor swimming  It's part of Louise's family lore that she could swim before she could walk. Her passion for swimming shone during her childhood when she swam competitively until she was 15.  Louise talks about why she decided to stop racing as a teen, and how her passion for swimming challenges resurfaced with a vengeance in her mid-40s. From the comfort of a pool to tackling a swim to Alcatraz, San Francisco, Louise shares her love of the sea – and why the RNLI is close to her heart.  Learn more about open water swimming. 200 Voices is produced by Adventurous Audio for the RNLI    Interview by the RNLI's Rory Stamp   Soundtrack composed and performed by Jon Nicholls    The RNLI is a charity celebrating 200 years of saving lives at sea - find out more at RNLI.org/200

Recorded in the heart of the Kendal Mountain Festival Nashy catches up with Louise Minchin from his Podcast studio in the Saltrock tent.Hope you enjoy this series of Kendal Conversations. Please remember to share and subscribe.This Podcast is brought to you by ACE Property Management - EdinburghContact Nashy for Podcast sponsorship opportunities and get you brand / business in the ears of thousands of listeners.Follow Nashy...Insta - @the_getafterit_family Insta - @getafterit_nashyYouTube - GET AFTER IT with NashyTwitter - @GetAfterItNashyFacebook - GET AFTER IT with Nashy

 Louise Minchin and  Annie Emmerson talk to BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood.Carol Kirkwood is a British weather presenter, trained by the Met Office, and employed by the BBC, in particular on BBC Breakfast and Victoria Derbyshire. In 2015, she participated in the 13th series of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing, finishing in 10th place.There's often a daredevil side to Carol's work. She can be found trying everything from racing high powered speed boats to a charity tandem ride for Children in Need. Somehow most Children in Need broadcasts find her trying something new, which usually involves dancing or singing live. She's appeared as part of the newsreaders' "Rocky Horror Show", The Weather Girls' "Raining Men", she's danced the Can-can and duetted on "Baby, It's Cold Outside".In 2006 , she even learned to ice skate for charity - performing live for BBC One's New Year's Eve Special.Carol talks to Louise and Annie about enjoying being active, from running and walking to cycling. At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

Louise is a journalist, broadcaster, podcaster and writer. She presented BBC Breakfast for 20 years and before that was a news anchor on the BBC News Channel and the BBC's One O'clock News. She has also presented The One Show, Five Live Drive, Real Rescues and Missing Live and has been a contestant on I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Time Crashers and Celebrity MasterChef. Her first book, Dare to Tri, charted her journey from the Breakfast sofa to representing the Great Britain Triathlon team in her age-group at World and European Championships. Her second book Fearless, Adventures with Extraordinary Women was published by Bloomsbury on 25th May 2023. It reflect her passion for celebrating women's success. In each chapter Louise takes on a different challenge with a courageous woman, to get to know them and tell their incredible stories. About the book: Fearless, Adventures with Extraordinary Women JOIN LOUISE MINCHIN ON 17 EXHILARATING ADVENTURES WITH TRAILBLAZING WOMEN WHO ARE BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS, SMASHING RECORDS AND CHALLENGING STEREOTYPES.  'To get to the heart of who these women are… I decided to do it the way that I know best, by taking part, spending time right beside them to experience the things they love.' Driven to bring more attention to female stories of courage and endeavour, Louise Minchin pushes herself to the extreme and embarks on thrilling endurance adventures with trailblazing women. She freedives under the ice in the dark in Finland with Cath, the first woman to swim a mile in the Antarctic Circle; she cycles across Argentina with Mimi, one of the world's most famous female endurance runners; and she swims from Alcatraz with Anaya and Mitali, two young sisters who have braved the shark-infested waters over 70 times. With her natural empathy and sense of humour, Louise forms close bonds with 18 incredible women. She explores what drives them and how they find the resilience and determination to go on despite life's setbacks. Lizzie overcame a life-threatening illness and now paddleboards whilst cleaning up the planet with her community; Rhian set up a charity in the face of grief and fundraises through hikes; and Zee took up rugby alongside her busy nursing career and motherhood. Louise reminds us of the bravery inside us all, and how essential it is to celebrate women's achievements. Prepare to be touched and inspired by these fearless women. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Louise? Why you might know who Louise is (if you live in the UK) Taking up sport at 45 Calling herself an endurance athlete Her early years and passion for sports Being a water baby and why swimming was her thing Stopping swimming at 15 Doing a Christmas Challenge in the velodrome for BBC Breakfast in 2012 Having 1 hour of training before race night Buying herself a road bike with drop handle bars  All the gear…. Making mistakes on the bike Being encouraged by a friend to try a triathlon Being a goal driven person and why having a goal helps with training  Advice for taking your first step  Telling other people and feeling a sense of accountability/responsibility to achieve goals Being willing to say yes to new challenges Being pushed out of her comfort zones at work  Fears and concerns before her first triathlon  Her attitude of - lets give it a go Not worrying about negative outcomes or failure Having a life changing moment when her daughter was born  Thinking she might die and how the experience changed her Having a more positive attitude to life  Feeling so lucky to do what she does Her love for cycling and spending time on the bike (both indoors and outdoors) Becoming a Team Great Britain (GB) Triathlete   Representing her country at triathlon at the World and European Championships at Olympic distance. Feeling extra pressure when competing in the UK Training for a triathlon and fitting it around her work and job Waking up at 3.40am every day to host the breakfast show Book: Dare to Tri: My Journey from the BBC Breakfast Sofa to GB Team Triathlete Chapter 14 - Kit list - What to take and why to take it. Book: Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women Loving stories about adventure Why do we never hear about women doing these adventures and challenges? Making changes at the BBC around equal pay and being allowed to say hello first Wanting to drive change, by going and doing it  Doing 17 different adventures with fearless women  Needing to amplify women's voices  Needing different heroes  Trying to get Fearless on the TV Noticing change  Do you know who Mimi Anderson is? Do you know who Cath Pendleton is? Free diving under the ice in Finland with Cath  How hard could that be? Why being fearful and having fear is a good thing Deciding to cycle across Argentina with Mimi Anderson  Feeling the fear and wanting to stop Listening to her gut Doing running with Susie Chan Being part of a wonderful sisterhood of amazing women Running the London Marathon with her daughter Fitting in training while travelling for the book tour How menopause has impacted on exercise and taking HRT How to connect with Louise on the socials Final words of advice for women who want to be fearless and embrace new adventures  Words from Belinda Kirk      Social Media Instagram: @louiseminchin  Twitter: @louiseminchin  Books:  Dare to Tri: My Journey from the BBC Breakfast Sofa to GB Team Triathlete  Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women   

Louise Minchin and  Annie Emmerson talk to The Sleep Scientist, Dr Sophie Bostock.The Sleep Scientist was launched by Dr Sophie Bostock with the aim of helping more people to sleep well, and thrive. Sophie is a scientist and speaker with a bias for action. Sophie has always been intrigued by why what makes us feel good and function well. Sophie's research pointed to sleep an unsung hero of mental and physical resilience. In this episode learn how sleep can unlock so much mental and physical positivity in your life and how your very attitude to sleep may need to change.At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

This episode is all about open water swimming and host Louise Minchin speaks to Olympic Silver Medallist Keri-anne Payne , Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry and Her Spirit community members Gillian and Anna, about:Facing and embracing the fears that open water swimming can bring.Practical, professional tips for beginners and more advanced open water swimmers alike.How to motivate yourself to exercise when work and family demands your time and attention!The positive impacts open water swimming can have on your mental healthTraining tips for an open swim challenge In Lake Coniston of 5.25 miles this June. At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to Dr Megan Rossi,  founder of The Gut Health Doctor,  considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internationally. A Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with an award-winning PhD in gut health,  Megan set up The Gut Health Clinic in London, where she leads a team of gut-specialist dietitians. Her debut book, Eat Yourself Healthy (UK, Aus & Europe) and Love Your Gut (US & Canada), was first published in September 2019 as an easy-to-digest guide to gut health and beyond, immediately becoming an Amazon and The Sunday Times best seller.  The conversation offers great advice and a much deeper understanding around gut health and why its so important to look after your gut at any age. At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

To celebrate her recent success in becoming Ironman World Champion, we revisit this episode where Louise Minchin and Annie talk to professional triathlete Lucy Charles-Barclay about life as a triathlete, over coming career threatening injuries, and her disappointment of not making the 2012 Olympic swimming team. At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

Liz and Michelle chat to tv presenter and author Louise Minchin about dealing with empty nest syndrome. Louise shares her own emotional journey as both her daughters left home for university, including the grief she felt at their absence. She explains how she coped by filling her time with new challenges, becoming an endurance athlete and author. Louise talks about pushing herself out of her comfort zone by swimming through shark infested waters to Alcatraz, ice diving, and other adventures with ordinary women doing extraordinary things that she chronicles in her book Fearless. She shares the importance of celebrating what your body can do, not how it looks. Louise offers inspiration on how to be fearless in trying new things and reinventing yourself in midlife after your kids leave home.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Louise was unprepared for the grief and loss she felt when her daughters first left home for university. She describes it as a rollercoaster - you're no longer in control as a parent when they choose to come back. Louise advises allowing yourself to feel sadness, but also filling your time with new challenges and adventures. She pushed herself by training for triathlons, swimming to Alcatraz, and writing two books, including Fearless. A key message is to celebrate what your body can do, not focus on how it looks. Louise reinvented her career, now calling herself a writer - it's inspiring to pivot even later in life. Her advice is to set goals, take small steps out of your comfort zone, and not let fear of failure hold you back. BEST MOMENTS  "I was really... extraordinarily unprepared for her leaving home." "You've got to go with a different kind of rollercoaster. One where you are not in control as a parent anymore." "I'm proud of what my body can do, not about what it looks like." "I walked in going, I'm a writer. And that's so exciting." "Don't be afraid to fall flat on your face." If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, and review it on your podcast platform. We read every email sent to us at twowomenchatting@gmail.com so please get in touch! Check out our supporting blogs on this topic at www.twowomenchatting.com. EPISODE RESOURCES  ABOUT THE HOSTLiz Copping is a networking pro & event consultant, leaping out of her comfort zone to co-host this podcast.Lizcopping@outlook.com Insta @lizcoppingtwcMichelle Ford is a professional voice actor and empty nester pressing reset, enjoying a new career in podcasting!michelleford1000@gmail.com Insta @michellefordtwc CONTACT METHOD https://www.instagram.com/twowomenchatting/ https://twitter.com/ChattingTwo https://www.facebook.com/twowomenchatting    This show was brought to you by Progressive Media

Louise Minchin has a wonderful story to tell and she tells it very well. Born in a typhoon in Hong Kong some 55 years ago, one of her earliest memories as a young child is of the water in her bath moving as her tower block shook in gale-force winds! To this day, Louise finds storms exciting…You can also watch/Listen to Louise here: https://vimeo.com/chrisgrimes/louiseminchinHer grandparents had a house at the foot of a mountain in Spain, which she fondly remembers visiting year after year. Louise loved the country, the water to swim in and the language itself. Small wonder she chose to study Spanish at St Andrew's University, where coincidentally Louise also won a scholarship early ‘gap year' in Argentina. Here her Spanish became fluent, if not strictly Castilian. Here Louise also read the iconic novel ‘100 years of Solitude' by Gabriel Garcia Marquez - in its original Spanish! This fortuitous year's experience helped Louise gain a better Degree than her tutors originally expected! Armed with her academic qualifications, Louise joined the BBC as a Production Assistant. Practically speaking, this involved providing early morning alarm-calls for the presenters on the Today Programme on Radio 4 and making tea or coffee for them on their arrival in the Studio. Louise then decided to do a Diploma Course in Journalism. She became a professional writer under the expert guidance of a great mentor by the name of Neil Dunwoody. This, she says, was “life-changing”. Louise's career took off in style: for 20 years she was reading news and then presenting BBC TV's flagship Breakfast Show. She did her last ‘Breakfast' two years ago - but the adventures never stopped. She married successfully and now has two daughters, the first of whom arrived by emergency Caesarean section, followed in dangerously quick succession by acute appendicitis. Louise's real ‘near death' experience means that she no longer ‘sweats the small stuff'. She now describes herself as an ‘Endurance Athlete' and has represented her country in that capacity. Louise is also an accomplished author. Her first book is based on her own personal experience and is entitled ‘Dare To Try.' Her latest book is called ‘Fearless Adventures with Extraordinary Women.' It does what it says on the cover, recording the diverse real life adventures of 18 extraordinary women. Louise invites you to hear her speak about it and buy copies of it for yourself, your family and your friends. She did not work with the one and only John Humphrys without learning to speak your mind. But always with a smile!Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!

Simon and Matt throw questions at bestselling author Kate Mosse, to find out more about her craft, writing processes and what she likes to read. There's also a guest appearance from Louise Minchin... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Louise Minchin is a journalist, presenter, author and podcaster, who presented BBC's flagship morning show, BBC Breakfast, for over 20 years.Louise also has a passion for endurance sport. Having raced her first triathlon in 2013, she went on to compete in her Age Group at five World and European triathlon championships before completing a number of extreme events including some of the toughest long-distance triathlons in the world.Louise talks frankly about how she re-discovered sport in her 40s, having regrettably stopped competitive swimming as a young girl, put off by the shape of her muscular arms. We explore Louise's activity as a vocal campaigner for menopausal women – talking openly about her own struggles on the BBC – along with her experiences as a contestant on shows like ‘I'm a Celebrity' and ‘Masterchef'.Louise's has just published her second book ‘FEARLESS, Adventures with Extraordinary Women' and it's a joy to hear about the impact of the inspirational women featured. It was also fascinating to explore how taking on physical challenges can help women be bolder elsewhere in their lives.Thank you to Sport England who support The Game Changers Podcast with a Nationl lottery grant.Game On is a powerful documentary that explores the recent growth in women's sport and its impact across society. Available on NETFLIX, the film addresses the controversial issues and myths that have prevented gender equality in sport, why things are now changing, and what the future holds. You can watch ‘Game On' on Netflix now: https://www.netflix.com/watch/81678387Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangersHosted by Sue AnstissProduced by Sam Walker, What Goes On MediaA Fearless Women production

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Louise Minchin joins Fi for today's episode of Off Air, while Jane is off enjoying her holiday (in her own words, 'splurging on Elton!').They cover reading habits, extreme physical challenges, and the perils of TV vs. radio. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio.Follow our instagram! @JaneandFiAssistant Producer: Kate LeeTimes Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're talking to Louise Minchin, Chair of the Women's Prize for Fiction, and one of her five co-judges, the Nigerian-born, award-winning novelist Irenosen Okojie MBE. Louise is an endurance triathlete and the well-known journalist, who presented BBC Breakfast for 20 years and was one of BBC News 24's main anchors.  Now in its 28th year and started by Kate Mosse OBE, the prize aims to encourage and award the finest women writers around the world. Louise and Irenosen talk us through the six finalists who stand to win the coveted prize of £30,000.   Their enthusiasm for the shortlisted books makes this a fun, lively and highly enjoyable listen.   The shortlisted books are: ‘Fire Rush' by Jacqueline Crooks, a state-of-the nation portrait of black womanhood ‘Trespasses' by Louise Kennedy, set during the Belfast Troubles ‘Demond Copperhead' by Barbara Kingsolver, David Copperfield reimagined for today  ‘Black Butterflies' by Priscilla Morris Priscilla Morris, set against the siege of Sarajevo ‘Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell, the story of Shakespeare's son  ‘Pod' by Laline Paull, about a dolphin saving her pod The winner will be announced on Wednesday 14th June Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

How daring do you feel these days? Sometimes it's easy for us to write ourselves off in midlife and think the fun and adventure is all over. In this episode, we're going to explore the extraordinary adventures of some inspiring women who have smashed through barriers, broken taboos and paved the way for the rest of us. I promise you that by the end of the episode, you'll be just raring to go and start an adventure of your own!My guest will be well-known to many of you, because she was a much-loved presenter on BBC Breakfast for 20 years. She's used her profile to champion women's stories and to raise awareness of the menopause, mental health and women's safety. She's also a highly successful triathlete who represented Great Britain in her age-group. If you haven't guessed already, I'm chatting to the brilliant Louise Minchin who's here to discuss her latest book Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women and to give us all an appetite for adventure.Louise introduces us to a whole host of inspiring women and talks us through the adventures she shared with them, including freediving under ice, cycling across Argentina, wild caving and a swim escape from Alcatraz. We discuss the importance of challenging yourself to build resilience and how vital it is to remain physically confident to ensure we keep fit and well through mid- and later life. Louise is an incredibly positive role model and full of great advice on how to empower yourself to take that first step into adventure so that you can make the most of this latest stage of your life. She was a delight to chat to and I promise you that you'll enjoy listening to her as much as I enjoyed chatting to her! If you've enjoyed the podcast, remember to subscribe so you don't miss the next episode, and please give it 5-star rating and a short review on Apple podcasts, or whichever platform you listen on.  And do tell your friends and family about it too. I'd be so grateful, because it really does make a huge difference to the visibility of the podcast, so that more women can find the show. After all, every woman deserves to have a happy menopause.Check out the full Show Notes for this episode on my website www.well-well-well.co.uk/podcast, where you'll find all the relevant links and references for my guest. Book your place for my Guardian Masterclass webinar on Menopause Nutrition on Saturday 10th June via the show notes on my website. If you're busy that day, ticket holders can access the recording after the session. Learn how to build your own menopause diet to manage your symptoms with my latest book The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish.

In this episode revered broadcaster Louise Minchin opens up about facing her fears. From swimming with sharks to simply navigating motherhood in an industry set up for mothers to fail, she speaks open-heartedly about how to raise girls - and boys - to be resilient in a world that's, well, unequal.

Live from Bailey's HQ, Louise Minchin, former BBC Breakfast Presenter, endurance athlete, writer and podcaster reveals how she coping with her kids flying the nest, finding time to judge the Women's Prize and she discusses her new book, Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women. Louise is someone whose warmth, empathy and journalistic prowess will be familiar to millions of people across the UK, she presented BBC Breakfast for almost twenty years, lighting up TV screens across the nation and negotiating the delicate balance of being both someone who can ask difficult questions to those in power and someone you'd actually like to have breakfast with. In 2021 she decided to finally give herself a lie-in, though hasn't exactly slowed down. She's a keen - and incredibly successful triathlete and fitness ambassador, presenter of the Push Your Peak endurance podcast and is the chair of this year's Women's Prize judging panel. Plus she's written two books - Dare to Tri followed her journey from the BBC Breakfast sofa to team GB triathlete and her new book, Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women, is published at the end of May.  Louise's book choices are:  **Island of Adventure by Enid Blyton ** The House of the Spirits Isabel Allende ** Room by Emma Donohue ** The Beasts of Clawstone Castle by Eva Ibbotson ** The Salt Path by Raynor Winn Vick Hope, multi-award winning TV and BBC Radio 1 presenter, author and journalist, is the host of season six of the Women's Prize for Fiction Podcast. Every week, Vick will be joined by another inspirational woman to discuss the work of incredible female authors. The Women's Prize is one of the most prestigious literary awards in the world, and they continue to champion the very best books written by women. Don't want to miss the rest of Season Six? Listen and subscribe now! This podcast is sponsored by Baileys and produced by Bird Lime Media.

What would you do for your kid?In this new episode, broadcaster, journalist and author Louise Minchin chats to Jess about running the London Marathon with her daughter Mia and how helping her got her through the spectacular race.Plus, Jess and Louise chat mental resilience, marrying your teenage crush, and about the letters she would write to her friend Nicola Jackson who died when they were both teenagers, and to journalist Neil Dunwoodie who mentored Louise in the early stages of her journalism career.Follow the podcast at @jessphillipspod to keep up with the latest episodes and share your letters of gratitude using the hashtag: #JessPhillipsPod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guests featured in the new series of The Game Changers could be the most diverse yet, with Olympic, World and Commonwealth Champions, alongside elite coaches, broadcasters, CEOs, Paralympic GB's Chef de Mission and a Gladiator! The Game Changers podcast features candid interviews with trailblazing women in sport who are knocking down barriers and challenging the status quo for women and girls across society. Along with discussing their careers, what drives them and how they've dealt with the toughest challenges, each episode also addresses wider equality issues in sport and beyond.The popularity of this award-winning podcast continues to grow, in line with the increased profile and appetite for women's sport. The Game Changers now ranks in the top 5% of all podcasts globally, and series 14, which launches on Tuesday May 30, will be supported by Sport England through a National Lottery Award.The remarkable line-up for the new series includes: Jodie Ounsley – A professional rugby player who represented England at Rugby 7's, is Honorary President of UK Deaf Sportand a recently announced Gladiator in the new BBC seriesEve Muirhead MBE – One of the world's greatest ever curlers, who won Olympic Gold in Tokyo as the skip for Team GB, and was voted 3rd in last year's BBC Sports Personality of the Year Preeti Shetty – the CEO of Upshot, who's a director at Brentford Football Club and a passionate advocate for the power of sport to drive social change Penny Briscoe OBE – a former international canoeist, who's been a driving force in revolutionising parasport as Director of Sport for the British Paralympic Association and Chef de Mission for Paralympics GBLouise Minchin – A BBC Breakfast presenter for over 20 years, who represented Great Britain as an Age Group Triathlete and is now an author, podcaster and someone taking on extreme sporting challengesMolly McCann, also known as Meatball Molly – a professional mixed martial artist, currently competing in UFCAnd Eilish McColgan – British and European Record holder, 3 time Olympian and Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist from Birmingham 2022The series also includes a fascinating panel exploring the topic of women in coaching with:Jess Freeman – a community coach with Harlequins Rugby Club Kelly Lindsey – former US soccer player who is now Sporting Director at Lewes FC Giselle Mather – former England rugby player who is now Director of Rugby at Ealing TrailfindersAnd Sarah Kelleher – who captained the Irish Women's Hockey team and now coaches national sides in England and Ireland The Game Changers is hosted by Fearless Women's CEO, Sue Anstiss MBE, an author, film maker and co-founder of the Women's Sport Collective. Head of Equality at Sport England, Garnet Mackinder, comments: ‘Sport England is excited to be supporting the next season of The Game Changers. The podcast is an innovative way of sparking conversations about tackling inequalities that is aligned to the Uniting the Movement strategy. Hearing from amazing women will help to inspire others to follow in their footsteps and encourage more women to work in sport.”Previous game changing guests, of which there are now over 110, include Jess Ennis-Hill, Gabby Logan, Katherine Grainger, Lucy Bronze, Laura Woods, Judy Murray, Sarah Storey, Denise Lewis, Shaunagh Brown, Kelly Smith, Clare Balding, Kate Find out more about The Game Changers podcast here: https://www.fearlesswomen.co.uk/thegamechangersHosted by Sue AnstissProduced by Sam Walker, What Goes On MediaA Fearless Women production

We're all standing to attention, as the paragon of discipline, former SAS member Billy Billingham and chief instructor on Channel 4's SAS: Who Dares Wins talks about how he's gone from a life of crime to towing the line. Louise Minchin is a broadcaster who spent twenty years on the BBC Breakfast sofa, but did you know she is passionate about endurance sports? Her latest book "Fearless" sees her taking on physical challenges with inspirational women. And completing the Circle of Life are the leonine brothers and longest serving cast members of The Lion King, actors Shaun Escoffery and George Asprey. Former A & E doctor, Love Island star and mental health campaigner Dr Alex George shares his Inheritance Tracks. Presenters: Nikki Bedi and Huw Stephens Producer: Ben Mitchell

In this week's The Power of Storytelling, BBC presenter, journalist and all-around athlete Louise Minchin joins her old friend and The Power of Storytelling host Nicola J Rowley for a wide-ranging discussion on their shared work and Louise's new book, “Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women.” In this episode they discuss: How Louise and Nicola met, and Louise's career in journalistic storytelling The power of using journalism to break taboos around subjects like menopause Louse's experience with sport and how that relates to her new book  Want to connect? Find me here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolajrowleypr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NicolaJRowleyPR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicolaJRowleyPR/ Email: nicola@njrpr.com Website: https://www.njrpr.com/ Find Louise Minchin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louiseminchin/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/louiseminchin Preorder Louise's book: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/fearless-9781399401197/

Louise Minchin is a TV presenter, journalist, author and athlete. She presented the UK's most successful morning television programme BBC Breakfast for two decades and at 45 was inspired to take up triathlon after a BBC Breakfast challenge. Three years later she represented her age-group in the World and European Championships. Louise spoke to Giles and Jim about getting into journalism, the perils of live television, and writing and researching her new book. Pre-order Louise's new book 'Fearless: Adventures with Extraordinary Women' here: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/fearless-extraordinary-adventures-with-courageous-women-louise-minchin/7277897?ean=9781399401180 Massive thanks to our patrons: Mary Catherine Byrnes, Victoria Nielsen, Manya Kay, Alex Williams, Joel Piveteau, Richard Astill, Samantha Beaton, Claudia McKelvey, John Holland, Katherine Keen, Lynn Robinson, It's Coming Home 2022, Alice Chrystall, Maddie Lightfoot, Alex Collis, Martin Grimm, Vicki, Julianna Williams, Rachel Bowen, Witnessthebigness. @blankpod @eliistender @jimdalycomedy @louiseminchin blankpodcast2018@gmail.com

“When we are tired, we're very susceptible to sleep procrastination. So try and make decisions about sleep when you are not tired.” Ten weeks into their Her Spirit Challenge, Donna and Amy discuss how much their lives have changed!The Sleep Scientist Dr Sophie Bostock joins Louise Minchin to share her expertise on how to sleep well.In this episode:Amy has completed her first 10km run! How running for the first time after a two year break has changed her lifeHow to deal with those tricky triathlon transitionsHow to cope with disrupted sleepHow poor sleep affects men and women differentlyThe surprising effect exercise can have on sleepGreat tips for falling asleep and staying asleepHosted by Louise MinchinHer Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. We believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes.Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. We are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Our mantra is 'Together We've Got This' and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Find out more and come and join our community at https://herspirit.co.uk/Join us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram or download the Her Spirit app!

Without Louise Minchin, there would be no Effin Hormones! Louise is a TV presenter, journalist and author. She's well known in the UK for being one of the presenters of BBC Breakfast, a job she'd had for years until announcing her departure in 2021. Louise was holding down that high profile job while going through perimenopause. At the time, she kept asking the production team to cover menopause - because she knew it would get a big response from viewers. In the end, her producer decided to cover it - for a whole week! Louise told her story as a part of it. Louise's openness had a huge impact on both the audience - and producer Helen, who came up with the idea for Effin Hormones after seeing the impact that BBC Breakfast's Menopause Week was having. You'll hear all about that, plus you'll find out why Louise is so passionate that women experiencing menopause get the right information and support. Hopefully you'll also get some inspiration on taking up sport too. Louise credits her new passion with getting her through some trying times. Connect with Effin Hormones. A perimenopause podcast.WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramTwitterConnect with Louise MinchinInstagramTwitter

A pleasure to catch up with the wonderful Louise Minchin. From 20 years on screen to the worlds toughest Triathlons Louise shared stories of competing, motherhood and her excitement ahead of the Doddie Aid Regatta aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh.Nashy and Louise laughed a lot during this Pod with many a funny coming from Louise and her joy of telling stories, laughing at her mishaps while being open and honest about her journey through life. Louise discusses what stopped her competing in sports as a child, the loving and motivating relationship she has with her family and how life has changed since leaving the BBC.This Podcast is brought to you by ACE Property - Management and Sales - Edinburgh. Contact Nashy for Podcast sponsorship opportunities and get you brand / business in the ears of thousands of listeners.Follow Nashy...Insta - @the_getafterit_family Insta - @getafterit_nashy YouTube - GET AFTER IT with Nashy Twitter - @GetAfterItNashy Facebook - GET AFTER IT with Nashy Facebook - Dads and Dudes - Private group

From sharing personal horror stories of performance management done badly to discussing how goal setting and coaching are intrinsic parts of a successful performance strategy, the two go over the myriad of ways that performance management can impact our professional lives. our very own Nick Gallimore sat down with host Louise Minchin to discuss performance management and how getting it right (or wrong!) can alter a business' performance. From sharing personal horror stories of performance management done badly to discussing how goal setting and coaching are intrinsic parts of a successful performance strategy, the two go over the myriad of ways that performance management can impact our professional lives.

This episode is all about open water swimming and host Louise Minchin speaks to Olympic Silver Medallist Keri-anne Payne , Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry and Her Spirit community members Gillian and Anna, about:Facing and embracing the fears that open water swimming can bring.Practical, professional tips for beginners and more advanced open water swimmers alike.How to motivate yourself to exercise when work and family demands your time and attention!The positive impacts open water swimming can have on your mental healthTraining tips for an open swim challenge In Lake Coniston of 5.25 miles this June.If you fancy joining us for the Sunset Swim Series at open water swim venues across the UK ​​https://herspirit.co.uk/sunset-swim-series/ or the Summer Solstice https://herspirit.co.uk/summer-solstice-swim/ on the 19th June in Nottingham and Cirencester sign up today.Thanks to our partners Zoggs and Swim England for your support. Her Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. We believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes. Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. We are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Our mantra is 'Together We've Got This' and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Her Spirit mission - INSPIRING EVERY WOMAN TO BECOME FITTER, STRONGER AND HEALTHIER for more information go to http://www.herspirit.co.uk 

This week on the show we welcome friends from the world of music, film, television and literature.The one and only Bryan Adams chats his brand new album 'So Happy It Hurts'.Comedian and best-selling author Ellie Taylor discusses her latest book about parenthood 'My Child and Other Mistakes: How to Ruin Your Life in the Best Way Possible'.Lind of Duty star Martin Compston shares all about his ITV 4-part thriller 'Our House'.And the nation's favourite Delia Smith, tells us all about her wonderful new book 'You Matter: The Human Solution'.Plus Louise Minchin, Skin, Beth Rigby, Morgan Wade and Dr Jenna Macciochi.You can catch Chris and the team live weekdays 6:30am-10am on Virgin Radio UK.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to hear the highlights every week. Bryan Adams - 00:48Ellie Taylor - 07:57Martin Compston - 14:03Louise Minchin - 21:27Delia Smith - 29:53Skin - 36:25Beth Rigby - 44:00Morgan Wade - 50:59Dr Jenna Macciochi - 57:20 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In series 5 of the Her Spirit podcast, journalist and endurance athlete Louise Minchin sits down with members of the Her Spirit community who are taking on extraordinary things, phenomenal coaches who will be supporting them to achieve there dreams, and the co-founder of Her Spirit.This episode is all about swim - bike - run AKA triathlon and Louise speaks to Helen Jenkins Two-time triathlon world champion (2008 & 2011), Her Spirit Co-founder Holly Woodford and Her Spirit community members Hayley and Sue.In this conversation Louise talks to Helen about what triathlon is, what advice and tips she can offer for newcomers such as Hayley and Sue as they get ready for Leeds Triathlon, and how triathlon is open to any woman.Tune in to hear these truly inspiring stories and take away the belief that you can achieve your own goals, no matter how big or small. If you fancy joining us as part of Team Her Spirit at Blenheim, Leeds or London? Just enter at https://herspirit.co.uk/try-a-tri/. Thanks to our partners Huub and British Triathlon for your support.Her Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. They believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes.Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. They are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Their mantra is Together We've Got This and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Her Spirit mission - INSPIRING EVERY WOMAN TO BECOME FITTER, STRONGER AND HEALTHIER for more information go to http://www.herspirit.co.uk 

In this special Feet First February episode of the Her Spirit podcast former BBC Breakfast presenter and podcast host Louise Minchin, talks to Co-founder Mel Berry, Dr Nighat Arif and Hannah Ingram-Moore.Hannah is the the Co-Founder of Maytrix Group and The Captain Tom Foundation, which along with her father and her family,  established to ensure the message of hope and kindness he ignited becomes a lasting legacy.Nighat is a family is a GP with a specialist interest in Women's Health & Family Planning. Resident TV Doctor on BBC Breakfast, This Morning ITV & BBC LookEast. She is the host of Sunday Breakfast show on BBC3 Counties Radio. She is a passionate promoter of menopause care, wellness, self care & placing the patient at the centre of their care plan.It's a great conversation on the benefits of walking and this month's challenge Feet First February, and an insight into the life of Sir Captain Tom Moore from Hannah and his love of the outdoors. Joining Louise, Mel, Nighat and Hannah is Her Spirit community member Julie PollockCome and join the Her Spirit community members and walk or wheel 150 minutes a week for 4 weeks. Then finish with the Feet First February Big Walk challenge on 26th or 27th February. Choose to walk 5k, 10k, 13.1 miles (half marathon) or 26.2 miles ( marathon!)For every 500 minutes of walking  accumulated by the community we will gift a membership to women on a low or no-income.Over the month of walking please donate anything you have to the Captain Tom Foundation along the way https://captaintom.org/Her Spirit is a global community of like-minded women all getting fitter, stronger and healthier together. They believe your mind, body and fuel are intrinsically linked and taking small achievable steps will lead to big changes.Regardless of your ability, location or stage of life Her Spirit has something for everyone. They are an inclusive bunch of women who believe that being fit and healthy shouldn't be a chore but something you love to do. Their mantra is Together We've Got This and together we support each other to live life to the full and achieve mind, body and fuel goals we never thought possible.Her Spirit mission - INSPIRING EVERY WOMAN TO BECOME FITTER, STRONGER AND HEALTHIER for more information go to http://www.herspirit.co.uk 

In this special Couch2Kilos episode of the Her Spirit podcast Louise Minchin talks to Co-founder Holly Woodford and the three Her Spirit coaches Becks Oladele, Elle Linton and Mel Young about all things strength.Couch2Kilos challenge, supports our #IAMWOMAN campaign and helps us to shatter some of the taboos around strength training and healthy eating for women. Its a free strength challenge designed to help EVERY women get stronger in 6-weeks.It's a great conversation around all the benefits of strength training and how it helps to build body confidence and feel more able to coupe with daily life.Couch2Kilos  is totally flexible, you can do it anytime, from anywhere, at the gym or home and on any device. You can start with zero equipment and work up the levels and learn how use a variety of weights.Working with our team of coaches, Mel Young, Elle Linton and Becks Oladele, British Weight Lifting and Professor Greg Whyte, OBE, former Olympian, Sports Scientist and Comic Relief/Children in Need celebrity coach, we have created a programme that is not only accessible to every women, is also kick ass!Couch2Kilos is suitable for women of all abilities from just those starting out to those that are already active. Couch2Kilos includes advice on healthy eating and how to look after your mind.With four levels Couch2Kilos is suitable for women of all abilities from just starting out to those who are already active.Level 1 – Bodyweight - No equipment needThis is perfect for first timers and those returning to exercise after a break. We will incorporate the use of strength bands to aid additional progression however these are not necessary to get started.Level 2 – Strength Bands + Small Weights (1kg-5kg) If you are fairly active (2-3 times per week) and have done some strength training at home or in the gym. You might have struggled with consistency and need to be motivated by others to keep you on track.Level 3 – Small Weights + BarbellThis is for those that are active 3-5 times per week and already incorporating strength training into your routine. This will take you to the next level by increasing your strength for a range of activities.  If you struggle with consistency and need a bit of a challenge this is for you!Level 4 - In person and coming soon with our partners British Weightlifting.Come and join us by signing up at https://herspirit.co.uk/programmes/couch2kilos/ and go to http://www.herspirit.co.uk

In the eighth episode of season four of the Her Spirit podcast  BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson and Her Spirit co-founder Mel Berry talk to Her Spirit co-host Louise Minchin about her life in I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here , leaving the BBC Breakfast Sofa in September and how Her Spirit has supported her in so many ways.Louise is a well-known and respected broadcaster and journalist. Louise presented the UK's most watched Breakfast programme BBC Breakfast on BBC One for 20 years.Before joining BBC Breakfast she was one of BBC News 24's main anchors. Louise presents the BBC's Triathlon coverage and has also guest presented The One Show and presented the BBC One series Real Rescues, Missing Live and Crime and Punishment and appeared in the Channel 4 history series Time Crashers. Louise also competed in Celebrity MasterChef, and was runner up in the final. On Radio, Louise spent many years presenting a host of different programmes on radio including Sport on Five, and Drive on BBC Five Live.Louise's passion is endurance sport. Having given up competitive sport as a teenager, after a BBC Breakfast Christmas cycling challenge she was inspired to attempt her first triathlon in 2013 and went on to qualify for the GB Team age-group team to race in Chicago in 2015.Since then she has raced in five World and European Championships and has gone on to compete in extreme triathlons including one of the toughest triathlons in the world, Norseman in 2019.In February 2020 Louise took part in a 100 mile hike across the Namibian desert for Sport Relief - The Heat is On – raising awareness of mental health.Louise talks about how I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here was the hardest challenge she has ever done. She learnt so much about herself over the 3 weeks and that we are all human and have are own struggles. It's a great conversation about her adventures in the castle and answers many questions from Instagram and the Her Spirit community.We loved her advice about grabbing hold of life and not being scared about changing your life. Her mantra is "how hard can it be?" a wonderful attitude to life.In 2021 Louise took on numerous Her Spirit challenges including  the Summer Solstice 5K swim, and a 13K swim in Aberdovey with Her Spirit co-founder Mel Berry and Cath Pendleton and numerous Her Spiriters. She has also loved being part of the cycling community led by Coach Michelle and taken part in several stages of the Tour de Her Spirit.In January 2022 Louise supported by the Her Spirit coaching team will be taking on the Rat Race Trans Andean Coast - Coast from Valparaiso in Chile and Buenos Aires in Argentina.Her Spirit http://www.herspirit.co.uk supports women of all shapes to sizes to achieve goals you never thought possible and have your #BestYearYet.   Come and join us for Couch2Kilos https://herspirit.co.uk/programmes/couch2kilos/ on January 3rd 2022. We are looking forward to supporting Annie and Louise and women across the UK.These podcasts have been made possible through the support of Cotswold Outdoor. Cotswold Outdoor in-store experts will help customers make the right choice in the kit they buy, ensuring it will be the right fit and fit for purpose, and will last for many adventures. They also help customers care for and repair their kit with there Repair & Care and Footwear Protection services, to keep well-loved kit performing for longer. And when that kit finally comes to the end of its life, customers can use the Cotswold Outdoor Recycle My Gear service to keep their kit out of landfill. Just go to https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

Esme and Benjy discuss the latest episode of I'm A Celebrity...Get Me out of Here as BBC Breakfast anchor Louise Minchin bids goodbye to Grwych Castle. Frankie is forced to sing her Saturdays hits again, David gets to hear his letter and a heartwarming chat about LGBT acceptance has our hosts feeling all fuzzy inside. A cracker of an episode.

In the fourth episode of season four of the Her Spirit podcast  Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to Dr Megan Rossi.Dr Megan Rossi, founder of The Gut Health Doctor, is considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internationally. A Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist for the last decade with an award-winning PhD in gut health, which was recognised for its contribution to science, receiving the Dean's Award for outstanding research. As a leading Research Fellow at King's College London, Megan is currently investigating nutrition-based therapies in gut health, including prebiotics and probiotics, dietary fibres, plant-based diversity, the low-FODMAP diet and food additives.Megan also set up The Gut Health Clinic in London, where she leads a team of gut-specialist dietitians, as well as creating her own gut health food brand Bio&Me to bridge the gap between science and the food industry.Frustrated that her findings weren't reaching the public, and instead seeing fad and potentially dangerous misinformation on gut health being spread, Megan took to social media to share credible, evidence-based advice, building an engaged community of over 260,000 people so far.Her debut book, Eat Yourself Healthy (UK, Aus & Europe) and Love Your Gut (US & Canada), was first published in September 2019 as an easy-to-digest guide to gut health and beyond, immediately becoming an Amazon and The Sunday Times best seller. Megan has also been recognised as Business Insider's Top 100 Coolest People in Food & Drink and named Young Australian Achiever of the Year in the UK 2020. The podcast offer great advice and a much deeper understanding around gut health and why its so important to look after your gut at any age.Her Spirit http://www.herspirit.co.uk supports women of all shapes to sizes to achieve goals you never thought possible and have your #BestYearYet.   Come and join us for us for our challenges, such as the Winter Swim Challenge or the Huub Tour de Her Spirit. These podcasts have been made possible through the support of Cotswold Outdoor. Cotswold Outdoor in-store experts will help customers make the right choice in the kit they buy, ensuring it will be the right fit and fit for purpose, and will last for many adventures. They also help customers care for and repair their kit with there Repair & Care and Footwear Protection services, to keep well-loved kit performing for longer. And when that kit finally comes to the end of its life, customers can use the Cotswold Outdoor Recycle My Gear service to keep their kit out of landfill. Just to https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

In the fourth episode of season four of the Her Spirit podcast  Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to World, European & Two Time Paralympic Rowing Champion Lauren Rowles.Lauren's remarkable journey began in 2012 at the age of 13 when she woke up one morning paralysed from the waist down. From there She spent the following eight months in hospitals and rehabilitation units trying to regain the use of her legs. Despite being left physically impaired from Transverse Myelitis, Lauren was determined to make it as an Olympic athlete she had dreamed of as a young girl.Lauren began her career as an elite athlete aged just 14 after she was inspired by the London 2012 Paralympic Games. She quickly found a talent in wheelchair track racing and she soon represented Great Britain on the international stage, including the Commonwealth Games and Junior World Championships. Lauren transitioned from Athletics to Rowing in 2015 after being scouted by the British Rowing Team and has gone from strength to strength ever since. Five months after she took her first stroke, Lauren won a silver medal at the Senior World Rowing Championships and qualified her boat for the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio the following year.Lauren made her mark on the global sporting stage after winning a Paralympic gold medal at the Rio 2016 Games at the age of just 18. Subsequently, Lauren was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2016 New Year's Honours List for her services to Rowing and has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including the BBC's Young Sports Personality of the Year.Despite the challenges of near career ending injuries and a global pandemic, Lauren has claimed both the World and European titles. Most recently she has returned from the Tokyo as Two Time Paralympic Champion, defending her 2016 title over a new race distance. Looking forward, Lauren hopes to continue building her legacy in sport and changing perceptions around disability and the LGBT community.Her Spirit http://www.herspirit.co.uk supports women of all shapes to sizes to achieve goals you never thought possible and have your #BestYearYet.    Come and join us for this years Winter Swim Challenge https://herspirit.co.uk/programmes/winter-swim-challenge/ it starts on the 31st October 2021 - 27th March 2022.These podcasts have been made possible through the support of Cotswold Outdoor. Cotswold Outdoor in-store experts will help customers make the right choice in the kit they buy, ensuring it will be the right fit and fit for purpose, and will last for many adventures. They also help customers care for and repair their kit with there Repair & Care and Footwear Protection services, to keep well-loved kit performing for longer. And when that kit finally comes to the end of its life, customers can use the Cotswold Outdoor Recycle My Gear service to keep their kit out of landfill. Just to https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com

Our host Louise Minchin introduced the 'Working It Out' Podcast.

Paul Jones and Kate Charlton talk to Annie Emmerson.Annie Emmerson is a former international athlete, who competed in triathlon, duathlon and running.  Over a ten-year period she raced in all three sports for Great Britain winning five major medals. She retired at the top of her sport in 2006 as the World #1 Duathlete.  Since retiring from professional sport she has worked in a multitude of rolls including lead ITU World Series race commentator for the BBC.   She also works as the main reporter in the new, exciting and innovative Super League Triathlon Series!Annie has worked at the Olympics as a presenter and commentator of the triathlon races.In 2020 she launched the Her Spirit Podcast with Louise Minchin – interviewing an incredible list of amazing women, which have included the likes of Mel C, Dame Kelly Holmes, Claudia Hammond, Jo Whiley and Dame Sarah Storey to name just a few.That's just some of the highlights, she is also coach.  This is well worth a listen... Annie talks about different coaches, Super league Triathlon, working for the BBC, the "Her Spirit podcast" and wine!You can listen to the Her Spirit Podcast HERE

Louise Minchin is a journalist, news presenter and a well know regular anchor on BBC Breakfast. She has covered sport from football to the Olympics and Louise was also a radio production assistant on the Today Programme and has been on The One Show and Radio 5 Live. The Influential Women Podcast talks to Louise about her career and how accidentally fell into become a triathlete from a challenge she was set by BBC Breakfast. We also discuss with Louise, her journey with Menopause and how she dealt with the symptoms. It is host presented and co-produced  by Nicki Bannerman, executively produced by Nicki Bannerman and Juliette Nicholls and produced by Saffron Mirza. Support and help us keep making podcasts here: https://www.patreon.com/InfluentialWomenPodcast @nickihbc @pineappleaudioproduction @saffronmirza