
Begin Again with Davina McCall
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Begin Again with Davina McCall features the independent podcast creator Davina McCall, known for her engaging presence and dedication to inspiring personal growth. With a focus on helping individuals break free from societal constraints and…
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Begin Again Moments: Female Fantasy & Asking For What You Want | Gillian Anderson & Cindy Gallop
May 3, 2026
19m 01s
When to Fight and When to Walk Away: A Therapist’s Guide to Saving Your Relationship: Dr. Karen Doherty
Apr 30, 2026
1h 11m 04s
Begin Again Moments: The Reality of Homelessness
Apr 26, 2026
15m 09s
David Gandy Becoming The World's Highest Paid Male Model & The Truth About The Manosphere!
Apr 23, 2026
1h 03m 19s
Begin Again Moments: Psychedelics
Apr 19, 2026
18m 12s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/3/26 | Begin Again Moments: Female Fantasy & Asking For What You Want | Gillian Anderson & Cindy Gallop✨ | female fantasydesire+3 | Gillian AndersonCindy Gallop | Begin Again | — | female fantasydesire+3 | SailyDAVINA | 19m 01s | |
| 4/30/26 | ![]() When to Fight and When to Walk Away: A Therapist’s Guide to Saving Your Relationship: Dr. Karen Doherty✨ | relationship dynamicsintimacy+4 | Dr. Karen Doherty | Netflix | — | relationshipsintimacy+5 | — | 1h 11m 04s | |
| 4/26/26 | Begin Again Moments: The Reality of Homelessness✨ | homelessnesshuman connection+4 | Rob ParsonsSimon Squibb | — | — | homelessnesschildhood trauma+5 | — | 15m 09s | |
| 4/23/26 | ![]() David Gandy Becoming The World's Highest Paid Male Model & The Truth About The Manosphere!✨ | masculinitymentorship+5 | David Gandy | Begin Again | — | male modelmasculinity+6 | — | 1h 03m 19s | |
| 4/19/26 | Begin Again Moments: Psychedelics✨ | psychedelicsmental health+4 | Eleanor MillsProfessor David Nutt | Begin Again | — | psilocybinpsychedelics+5 | — | 18m 12s | |
| 4/16/26 | ![]() Kate Nash: Why OnlyFans Is Funding My Music Career!✨ | music industryidentity+4 | Kate Nash | OnlyFansBegin Again | — | OnlyFansmusic career+5 | — | 1h 24m 45s | |
| 4/12/26 | Managing Anxiety: Begin Again Moments✨ | anxietymental health+3 | Fearne CottonOwen O'Kane | Begin Again | — | anxietymental health+4 | — | 19m 21s | |
| 4/9/26 | ![]() Jason Donovan on The Price Of A Fame & How Fatherhood Changed Everything✨ | famefatherhood+4 | Jason Donovan | Neighbours | — | famefatherhood+5 | — | 1h 06m 07s | |
| 4/5/26 | Begin Again Moments: Heal Your Inner Child✨ | inner childhealing+3 | Ms. Jo Malone CBEAlain de Botton | Begin Again | — | inner childhealing+3 | — | 15m 57s | |
| 4/2/26 | ![]() Ruby Wax on Interviewing The World's Most Dangerous Men & Grieving Alan Rickman✨ | childhood traumamental health+3 | Ruby Wax | — | — | Ruby Waxmental health+5 | — | 1h 10m 15s | |
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| 3/30/26 | The Secret To True Happiness: Begin Again Moments✨ | happinessminimalism+3 | Gail McNeillRobin Sharma | Begin Again | — | true happinessminimalism+5 | — | 10m 12s | |
| 3/27/26 | We Put Kittens On A Podcast... Begin Again Moments✨ | kittenschildhood+4 | Kimberly Wyatt | — | — | kittensKimberly Wyatt+5 | Airbnb | 7m 58s | |
| 3/26/26 | ![]() “The Pussycat Doll Saved Me” Kimberly Wyatt Opens Up About Her Traumatic Past… | Sometimes beginning again means surviving what should have broken you. In this episode of Begin Again, Kimberly Wyatt opens up about growing up in an environment where she felt vulnerable and unheard, and how those early experiences shaped her confidence, her identity, and her need to escape. Dance became more than a passion; it became her outlet, her therapy, and the first place she felt truly seen. She shares what it really felt like to enter the world of the Pussycat Dolls; the pressure, the intensity, and the emotional toll of chasing a dream that meant everything to her. A dream that, at times, made her question her worth, her place, and whether she was enough. And yet, it was also the thing that changed her life. Kimberly reflects on how dance and the Dolls gave her power, purpose, and a way to reclaim her story. From feeling replaceable to rebuilding her self-worth, this is a journey of resilience, identity, and learning how to stand in your own space. She also opens up about motherhood, healing, and what it means to finally create the safety for her children that she didn’t always have growing up. This episode is about survival, self-worth, and the courage to keep going, even when no one is there to catch you. 🌟 Like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations about resilience, growth, and beginning again. Tap the bell to stay connected with new episodes of Begin Again. Follow us here: 📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain 🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod Follow Kimberly: https://www.instagram.com/kimberlywyatt/ ✨Sign up for the Begin Again newsletter for all your behind the scenes access, recommendations and much much more at: https://linkly.link/2dwmf?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video_description&utm_campaign=always-on (00:00) Intro (00:24) Intro to Kimberly and Her Relationship to Davina (01:44) Small-Town Upbringing & Discovering Her Love of Dance (06:30) Surviving Abuse Within Her Family (08:21) Overcoming Her Trauma Through Dance (11:14) Rebuilding a Sense of Safety (15:40) Having Her Kids and Unexpected Third Child (18:23) Leaving for Dance School in New York at 14 (21:09) Building Her Dance Academy and Its Mission (22:49) Saily Ad (23:45) Paramount Ad (25:01) Moving to LA at 17 and Becoming the Pussycat Dolls (30:35) Internal Competition in the Pussycat Dolls (34:46) The Pussycat Dolls’ Image and Owning Her Story (37:52) Airbnb Ad (43:05) Finding a Way Out of the Pussycat Dolls (46:43) Coming Back to Dance and Moving to London (50:12) Familial Estrangement and Her Siblings (53:27) Her 12 Years With Husband Max (55:10) COVID Affected the Pussycat Dolls Reunion (56:44) The Return of the Pussycat Dolls (01:02:35) The Dolls’ Lineup and New Music Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code DAVINA at the checkout for 15% off Paramount+ - Episodes 1-3 of The Madison are available to stream on Paramount+ now: https://www.paramountplus.com/gb/shows/the-madison/ Episodes 4-6 will be available to stream on 21 March. Airbnb - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 10m 56s | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | ![]() What Happens After Your Kids leave home?: Begin Again Moments | In this week's episode, we dive into the evolving dynamics of parenting as your children grow into adults. Dearbhla Mescal shares her journey of adjusting to her children's adulthood, discussing how to navigate the shift from traditional parenting to supporting them as independent adults. She reflects on how to remain close while respecting their autonomy, finding balance in the new stage of their relationship. Following that, Mel Robbins offers practical advice on how to maintain a healthy relationship with your adult children. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, staying connected, and embracing the changes that come with this stage of life, while also highlighting the crucial role of communication in sustaining strong, supportive bonds. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on how to gracefully transition into a new phase of parenting as your children become adults, offering insights and real-life wisdom on fostering these crucial relationships. Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 15m 27s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | ![]() Joel Dommett: Why Loving My Life Terrifies Me! | Sometimes beginning again means not starting over, but learning how to see your life in a new way… In this episode of Begin Again, Joel Dommett opens up about the unexpected path behind his success, and the quiet insecurities that never quite go away. From growing up feeling like he wasn’t naturally good at anything, to performing hundreds of gigs just to get better, Joel shares the reality of building a career through persistence rather than talent. What looks like overnight success is, in truth, years of rejection, self-doubt, and relentless effort. But this conversation goes far beyond comedy. Joel reflects on how becoming a father completely changed his perspective on time, success, and what really matters. For the first time, he began to slow down, to be present, and to recognise just how quickly life moves. And with that joy came something he didn’t expect… fear. He speaks candidly about the vulnerability that comes with loving your life, your partner, your child, and the quiet anxiety that it could all be taken away. It’s an honest and deeply human exploration of what it means to feel grateful, and scared, at the same time. From near-misses in his career to moments that could have gone completely wrong, Joel shares how some of the most uncertain decisions led to the biggest opportunities, and why embracing the unknown is often the thing that moves us forward. This episode is about joy, perspective, and the courage to keep going, even when you don’t feel like you’re the most naturally talented person in the room. 🌟 Like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations about resilience, growth, and beginning again. Tap the bell to stay connected with new episodes of Begin Again. Follow us here: 📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain 🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod ✨Sign up for the Begin Again newsletter for all your behind the scenes access, recommendations and much much more at: https://linkly.link/2dwmf?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=always-on Follow Joel: https://www.instagram.com/joeldommett/ See Joel Live: https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/joel-dommett-happy-idiot/ Comic Relief: https://www.comicrelief.com/ (00:00) Intro (01:10) Co-Hosting Comic Relief With Davina and Catherine Tate (08:20) Joel on Landing The Masked Singer (12:54) Learning to Slow Down and Enjoy His Life (15:45) Air BnB Ad (16:54) Paramount Ad (18:13) Joy The Masked Singer Brings (23:50) The Masked Singer Secrets! (29:02) Becoming a Father (33:18) Bloom & Wild Ad (34:22) Stand-Up and the Comedy Scene (39:44) Joel on Moving to London and Finding Comedy (49:31) Catfish Gate and Not Letting it Define Him (01:02:06) Meeting his Wife, Hannah (01:10:56) A Special Letter to Joel Sponsored by: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Episodes 1-3 of The Madison are available to stream on Paramount+ now: https://www.paramountplus.com/gb/shows/the-madison/Episodes 4-6 will be available to stream on 21 March. Bloom & Wild - use code DAVINA for 15% off at https://www.bloomandwild.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=begin_again Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 16m 22s | ||||||
| 3/13/26 | ![]() Mother's Day Special: Begin Again Moments | Whoever your mother figure is, celebrate them this weekend with our sponsor Bloom & Wild. Use code DAVINA for 15% off at https://www.bloomandwild.com?utm_source=podcast+&utm_medium=podcasted&utm_campaign=Mother%27s+Day In this heartfelt Mother's Day Special, we hear from a collection of remarkable women sharing personal stories of motherhood and the powerful bonds they share with their mothers. Fearne Cotton reflects on how becoming a mother transformed her, bringing new perspectives and emotional depth. Sophie Ellis-Bextor opens up about her own mother’s influence, revealing how her upbringing shaped the loving mother she is today. Katie Piper touches on the strength of her relationship with her mum, who helped her navigate one of the hardest periods of her life. Finally, Rita Ora shares how stepping into the role of a stepmum has brought profound joy, describing it as one of the best experiences she's ever had. Join us for an emotional, honest conversations about the complex, beautiful journey of motherhood. From the joys of step-parenting to the raw realities of healing and growth, this special episode will resonate with anyone who has experienced the transformative power of love from a mother or maternal figure. The full episodes of these interview are available to listen to now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 35m 09s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | ![]() DJ Fat Tony: Surviving My Darkest Years & What Recovery Really Looks Like | No matter how far you fall, it’s never too late to rebuild your life… In this episode of Begin Again, DJ Fat Tony sits down for a raw and deeply honest conversation about survival, healing, and what recovery really looks like. Tony opens up about a childhood shaped by trauma, the chaotic world of London’s club scene, and the years he spent chasing escape in nightlife, fame, and excess. From discovering the dancefloor as a teenager to building a career surrounded by music, fashion, and iconic figures, Tony reflects on the highs that defined an era and the personal battles happening behind the scenes. With remarkable candour, he shares how unresolved pain, loss, and self-destruction eventually forced him to confront the life he was living. What follows is a powerful story of reckoning, resilience, and the long road to rebuilding a life with honesty and self-respect. This conversation is not just about the past, it’s about the courage it takes to change, the truth about recovery, and the possibility of beginning again no matter how far you’ve fallen. Join DJ Fat Tony as he reflects on the moments that nearly broke him, the lessons that saved him, and why transformation is always possible. 🌟 Like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations about resilience, healing, and reinvention. Tap the bell to stay connected with new episodes of Begin Again. Follow us here:📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) Intro (01:29) Special Letter From His Therapist & Co-Author, Tara (11:07) Tony on Childhood Trauma and Relationship With His Father (21:34) Airbnb Ad (22:40) Bloom & Wild Ad (23:35) Finding Himself in the Club Scene (30:33) His Close Friendship With Boy George (33:16) Tony's Sex, Alcohol, and Drug Addictions (38:58) DJ Career and Breaking Into Music (50:10) Tony's Mother’s Hospitalisation and Rock Bottom (58:35) HIV Diagnosis (01:00:54) The Path to Recovery (01:03:48) The Steps of Sobriety and Supporting Others (01:05:33) Arrest and Imprisonment (01:11:30) Meeting His Love, Stavros, and Finding Himself (01:22:12) Tony's New Book, Recover Me Sponsored by: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Bloom & Wild - use code DAVINA for 15% off at https://www.bloomandwild.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=begin_again Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 30m 35s | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | ![]() What Happens When You Lose Your Sense of Self?: Begin Again Moments | What do you do when you feel like you've lost yourself? In this Begin Again Moments, comedian and actor Tom Davis opens up about his battle with anxiety, sharing how it led him to step away from stand-up comedy for six years. Tom reflects on how, during this period, he lost belief in both himself and his talent, struggling with imposter syndrome and the overwhelming pressure to perform. He discusses the emotional weight of feeling like a fraud, despite outward success, and how these feelings affected his personal and professional life. Following Tom, Professor Steve Peters, renowned psychologist and author of The Chimp Paradox, dives into the science of our emotional responses. He explains how the three parts of the brain, human, chimp, and computer, work together to shape our reactions to the world around us. Professor Peters provides actionable insights on how we can take control of our emotions, challenge negative thought patterns, and reclaim a sense of self, empowering us to face life's challenges with greater confidence and clarity. This episode is a powerful exploration of overcoming self-doubt, managing anxiety, and learning to trust yourself again. Whether you're struggling with mental health, facing self-belief issues, or simply looking for tools to take control of your emotions, this conversation is for you. Full episodes with Tom and Professor Steve Peters out now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 22m 33s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | ![]() How To Have The Best Sex Of Your Life (again, and again and again!) | Finding Confidence in Your Sex Life Can Change the Way You Live… In this episode of Begin Again, Cindy Gallop, sex educator, advocate, and founder of Make Love Not Porn IS BACK! Sharing her unfiltered thoughts on how to know what you want in bed and, more importantly, how to get it. Cindy talks about the importance of sexual agency, why communication is the key to great intimacy, and how we can all break free from shame around desire. With her signature boldness, Cindy dives into why sex isn’t just about physical pleasure but about emotional connection, self-confidence, and empowerment. She also opens up about her own experiences, challenging societal taboos, and reimagining how we can talk about sex, no matter our age. From tackling societal shame to unlocking your sexual desires, Cindy’s advice is both raw and real, making this a must-watch for anyone seeking to reclaim their pleasure and confidence. Join Cindy as she proves it’s never too late to begin again, especially when it comes to embracing your truest self. 🌟 Follow for more thought-provoking episodes on self-discovery, empowerment, and reinvention. Leave a comment below, who or what would you like to see next? Follow Cindy & Make Love Not Porn: MakeLoveNotPorn Academy: https://www.makelovenotporn.academy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindygallop https://www.instagram.com/makelovenotporn https://www.instagram.com/mlnpacademy Follow us here:📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) INTRO (01:14) Why Dressing for Yourself Matters (04:37) Why We Don’t Talk About Sex (07:52) Sextortion: Why We Should Talk to Our Kids About Sex (21:49) Making Sex Real, Not Performative (26:13) Normalising Conversations Around Pleasure (28:01) Airbnb Ad (29:06) Bloom & Wild Ad (30:14) How Communication Gives You Sexual Power (36:06) Building Confidence in Bed (37:55) Thriving Sexually as You Get Older (46:31) Navigating the Evolving Sexual Landscape (54:32) Exploring Polyamory, Swinging, and Non-Monogamy (58:55) Why Desire and Self-Love Matter (01:02:31) Keeping Sex Alive in Long-Term Partnerships (01:06:08) What Every Man Should Understand About Sex and Intimacy (01:08:40) Cindy Answers Your Questions Sponsored by - Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Bloom & Wild - https://www.bloomandwild.com?utm_source=podcast+&utm_medium=podcasted&utm_campaign=Mother%27s+Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 20m 20s | ||||||
| 3/1/26 | ![]() Falling In Love: Begin Again Moments | In this heartwarming Begin Again Moments, Richard E. Grant reflects on falling in love with his wife, Joan. He speaks tenderly about the deep connection they share, the unexpected beauty of their journey together, and how their bond continues to thrive, even as time passes. With vulnerability and warmth, he opens up about the joy and comfort of knowing someone in such a profound way, and the magical way love can grow in the most unanticipated moments. Following Richard’s personal story, relationship expert Mel Schilling, from Married at First Sight, delves into the dynamics of love, providing insight into what truly makes relationships last. She shares her professional perspective on the foundations of deep emotional connection and offers practical advice on nurturing love through life’s many stages. Mel sheds light on the intricate balance of self-awareness, communication, and mutual respect that shapes lasting partnerships. This short episode features moving clips from both conversations, available to watch or listen to now. If you’ve ever wondered about the power of love or are seeking guidance on how to deepen your own relationships, this conversation is for you. Watch the full episodes with Richard E. Grant and Mel Schilling now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 20m 31s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | ![]() Prue Leith: Leaving Bake Off & Falling In Love At 70 | A life of bold choices, second chances, and refusing to fear getting older. In this episode of Begin Again, Prue Leith opens up about leaving The Great British Bake Off, falling in love again at 70, and why she believes ageing can be the most liberating chapter of all. After nearly a decade in the tent, Prue shares why she chose to step away from a job she has loved. She reveals the remarkable story of meeting her second husband in her seventies, following a 13-year secret relationship that changed her life. From growing up in apartheid South Africa to fighting sexism in professional kitchens, adopting her daughter from Cambodia, and campaigning for assisted dying after personal loss, Prue reflects on love, risk, reinvention and resilience. With sharp wit and hard-won wisdom, she explains why she refuses to fear getting older, why colour matters more than ever, and why she never looks back. Prue’s gratitude for the “lucky” life she’s lived is remarkable, and as she so often shows, it’s truly never too late to begin again. 🌟 Follow us for more inspiring stories of strength, transformation, and growth Follow Prue: https://www.instagram.com/prueleith/?hl=en Buy “Being Old”: https://www.waterstones.com/book/being-old-and-learning-to-love-it/prue-leith//9781804193747?sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=626889&awc=3787_1771942462_b8fa8f4e75d9660ba0d74489de17f8a3&utm_source=626889&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=adstrong Follow us here: 📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain 🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) Intro (01:53) Leaving Bake Off After 9 Years (04:48) Falling in Love in Her 70's (15:36) Her New Book 'Being Old' (18:52) Growing Up in Apartheid South Africa (23:09) Moving To Paris And Falling in Love With Food (27:29) Being A Woman in the Culinary World (30:36) Airbnb Ad (31:41) Her 13 Year Affair with Her Mother’s Best Friend’s Husband (41:41) Adopting Her Daughter and Motherhood (48:29) Feeling Lucky, Inspiring Women, and Why She Wrote the Book (51:21) Why She's Campaigning for Assisted Dying (58:02) Prue on Her Colourful Style and Being Seen (01:00:43) A Special Letter From Alison Hammond Sponsored by: Airbnb: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 07m 08s | ||||||
| 2/22/26 | ![]() How To Care For Someone With Dementia: Begin Again Moments | What does it really feel like to lose someone… while they’re still here? In this powerful Begin Again Moments, Jamie Theakston opens up about his father’s dementia, the quiet grief, the role reversal, and the heartbreak of watching a parent slowly change. He speaks candidly about the anxiety of caring for someone who wants to stay independent, and the complicated emotions that come with loving someone who is still physically present but gradually slipping away . Then psychologist Kimberley Wilson explains the science behind dementia and Alzheimer’s, including why women are at higher risk, the worrying rise in young-onset diagnoses, and the surprising lifestyle factors that could prevent up to 45% of cases. From hearing loss and social isolation to brain stimulation and stress, she shares what we can actually do to protect our brain health. This short episode features powerful clips from their full conversations, both available to watch or listen to now. If you’re caring for a parent, worried about your own risk, or navigating the complicated emotions of dementia, this conversation is for you. Watch the full episodes with Jamie Theakston and Kimberley Wilson now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 20m 43s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | ![]() When I Thought I Was Going To Die… I Realised I’d Never Lived For Myself | Dearbhla Mescal | One mother’s journey to self-love, resilience, and reinvention. In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Dearbhla Mescal, mother of Oscar-nominated actor Paul Mescal and singer-songwriter Nell Mescal, shares how a life dedicated to her children’s dreams transformed into a life of self-discovery and strength after a life-changing cancer diagnosis. For over three decades, Dearbhla prioritised her children's needs, guiding them through their own ambitions while silently putting herself last. But when cancer entered her life, everything shifted. Through her personal battle, Dearbhla explains how facing mortality became the catalyst for her to finally embrace herself, her body, and her own dreams. From navigating motherhood with three children chasing their dreams, to witnessing the highs and lows of a 30-year marriage, Dearbhla reflects on the lessons of love, sacrifice, and resilience that have shaped her journey. This episode reveals the profound transformation that can happen when we start prioritising ourselves , even after years of putting others first. This is a beautiful testament to the power of reinvention, the strength of family, and the importance of loving yourself, no matter what life throws your way. 🌟 Comment, and follow us for more inspiring stories of strength, transformation, and growth. Finding Joy out now: https://www.waterstones.com/book/finding-joy/dearbhla-mescal/steve-doogan/9781804442876 Follow Dearbhla:https://www.instagram.com/dearbhlam/ Follow us here: 📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain 🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (01:32) Intro to Dearbhla Mescal, Her New Book and Her Kids(03:46) How to Finding Joy in the Everyday(08:11) Dearbhla on Her Time in the Police Force and Finding Her Voice(11:40) Authenticity and Finding Joy in the Small Moments(15:25) Becoming a Parent and Facilitating Your Kids’ Dreams(27:59) Airbnb Ad(29:00) Lind Ad(30:06) The Turning Point(30:53) Discovering Her Cancer Diagnosis(38:24) Telling Her Kids About Her Diagnosis(42:54) Facing Cancer and Having Deep Gratitude for Life and Love(47:07) How Cancer Brought Loneliness, Grief, and a Gift(53:00) Beginning Again After Cancer(55:58) The Greatest Gift We Can Give Our Children(01:02:25) Learning to Take Up Space and Pursue Your Passions(01:05:23) Discovering Anxiety in Midlife(01:07:12) Paul, Nell and Donnacha's Reaction to Her Book(01:09:12) An Emotional Rendition of 'The Kiss' by Her Daughter Nell(01:13:46) A Special Gift for Dearbhla Sponsored by: Airbnb: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Lint: Discover Lindt Excellence… Expect Delicious. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 18m 57s | ||||||
| 2/15/26 | ![]() How To Date Again (Without Losing Yourself): Begin Again Moments | What happens when you have to re-enter the dating world after years in a relationship? Paloma Faith reveals the unexpected emotional challenges of dating in her 40s, from feeling out of place on apps to redefining what she truly wants. Instead of seeing it as a setback, she chose to see it as a chance to Begin Again. Alongside her, Paul C. Brunson shares the practical roadmap for midlife dating, how to approach it differently, how to protect your confidence, and how to turn fear into possibility. Dating again isn’t about going backwards. It’s about stepping into a new chapter, with more wisdom, clarity and courage than ever before. These golden nugget moments are taken from Begin Again with Davina McCall, the full episode with Paloma & Paul are available now. Follow us for more and your chance to Begin Again.💚✨ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 10m 20s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | ![]() Is Your Purpose Written in the Stars? How the Universe Can Guide You | Dame Maggie Aderin | One big dream could be all it takes to begin again. In this awe-inspiring episode, Dame Maggie Aderin shares how growing up as a dyslexic Black girl in 1970s London, at a time when racism was overt and dreams were small, sparked her wildest ambition: to reach for the stars, literally. A world-renowned space scientist, Maggie opens up about the personal journey behind the lab coat, from watching the moonlight with her father as a child, to falling in love with astronomy through cartoons, to dreaming of becoming the first woman named Maggie to walk on the moon. She explains how science gave her purpose, how curiosity became a lifeline, and why believing in something bigger than yourself, like the universe, can change your life on Earth. From working on some of the world’s most powerful telescopes to inspiring over 650,000 children through her talks, Dame Maggie shows us what purpose really looks like. Whether you're searching for meaning, battling self-doubt, or trying to find your place in the cosmos, this conversation will leave you inspired to dream bigger, and keep looking up. 💫 Like, comment, and subscribe for more fearless stories of growth and purpose. Tap the bell to stay connected. Follow Magge: https://www.instagram.com/scienceinnovationmea/ Pre Order “Starchild”: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/468362/starchild-by-aderin-maggie/9781785949449 Follow us here:📸 www.instagram.com/beginagain🎥 https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod 00:00 Intro 00:09 Who Is Dame Maggie Aderin and Why She Matters 00:46 What Sparked Maggie’s Passion for Science 02:04 How the Moon Secretly Shapes Our Lives 08:07 How Maggie Makes Complex Science Feel Simple 09:07 Why Having a Dream Can Change Everything 13:07 What Ikigai Teaches Us About Purpose and Balance 17:57 What Telescopes Reveal About the Universe—and Ourselves 22:04 Could Life Exist Beyond Earth? Here's the Scientific Take 23:12 Why the Future of Space Exploration Is Both Thrilling and Terrifying 26:06 How Far Can Humanity Really Go in Space? 29:27 What Breakthroughs Are Coming in the Next Decade of Space Discovery 32:57 Airbnb Ad 34:01 How Maggie’s Complicated Childhood Shaped Her Strength 42:07 Why Maggie Wrote 'Starchild'—And What It Means to Her 50:39 Maggie Opens Up About Facing Racism in the UK 54:44 What It’s Like to Find Purpose in the Public Eye 57:22 What It Meant to Be Made Into a BarbieSponsored by: Your home might be worth more than you think. Find out how much at Airbnb.co.uk/Host Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 07m 12s | ||||||
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