Just As Well, The Women's Health Podcast

We’re so excited to share that Vicky Pattison is joining Claire Sanderson as the new co-host of Just As Well. Together, they’ll bring you real science, practical advice and great chat about women’s health and wellbeing. We can’t wait to get started — join us for the first episode with Claire and Vicky on 20th October! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re revisiting one of Claire’s all-time favourite Just As Well conversations: her honest, funny and deeply moving interview with Jessie J. Jessie talks Claire through the year that changed everything, including her 2025 breast cancer diagnosis — finding the lump, getting the call, surgery and recovery — and what it means to keep showing up while raising her son. She also reflects on early fame, lifelong health challenges, grief, and her adult diagnoses of ADHD and OCD, sharing the tools that help her feel grounded when life gets loud. Full of Jessie’s trademark humour and candour, this is a powerful conversation about resilience, perspective and choosing to live out loud. If you’ve been affected by anything discussed in this episode, consider reaching out to someone you trust or a professional support service in your country. Host: ⁠Claire Sanderson⁠ #JessieJ #JustAsWell #Podcast #BreastCancer #WomensHealth #ADHD #MentalHealth #Motherhood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does Liz Earle MBE look and feel so incredible at 63 — and how did biological-age tests suggest she is 39? In this brilliantly honest and hugely practical episode of Just As Well, Liz takes Claire Sanderson through a day in her life, revealing exactly what she does to stay fit, strong, energised and well. From stepping outside into the morning light and going phone-free until 9am, to her creatine-and-collagen coffee, short but surprisingly serious strength workouts, daily movement and protein-rich meals, Liz shares the routines that have made the biggest difference to how she feels. But this isn’t a story of effortless wellness. Liz opens up about feeling lost and unlike herself in her 40s, while navigating perimenopause, poor sleep, crippling headaches, mood changes, aching joints, tinnitus, the breakdown of her marriage and the demands of raising five children alongside a successful career. She explains how HRT helped her get her sleep, strength and “mojo” back — and why she now feels fitter, stronger and happier in her 60s than she did in her 40s or 50s. Liz also shares her views on muscle, menopause, supplements, skincare, SPF, sunlight, biological age, longevity and the simple things women can do — whatever their budget — to start feeling better. This is Liz Earle’s unfiltered guide to ageing powerfully, prioritising yourself and feeling amazing in midlife and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do so many women feel exhausted, overwhelmed and unable to switch off — even when life looks “good” on paper? In this episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson sit down with Dr Zoe Williams for an honest conversation about chronic stress, burnout, cortisol and the invisible mental load women carry every day. From 3am wake-ups and brain fog to chest pain, anxiety and feeling constantly “wired but tired”, Dr Zoe explains how stress shows up in the body — and why so many women ignore the warning signs until they physically can’t anymore. The conversation also covers: The difference between normal stress and chronic stress Why women struggle to say no How stress affects sleep, hormones, fertility and libido The pressure of balancing work, motherhood and home life Burnout, boundaries and the importance of recovery Simple techniques to calm your nervous system A relatable, funny and eye-opening episode for any woman who feels like she’s juggling too much. 🎧 Follow Just As Well for more conversations on women’s health, wellbeing and modern life. Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Visit www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/wh-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley James joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about motherhood, body confidence, women's health and finding your voice. Known for her broadcasting career, activism and new book Bimbo, Ashley reflects on growing up in a world that taught women to take up less space and how she's spent years unlearning those messages. She opens up about the sexualisation she experienced as a teenager, the pressure women face to look a certain way, and why health should never be defined by body size. Ashley also shares her experience of birth trauma, prolapse, postnatal recovery and the reality of life after having children – highlighting the support she believes women deserve but too often don't receive. Together, the trio discuss: The pressure to "bounce back" after childbirth Postpartum health, prolapse and recovery Diet culture and the rise of weight-loss injections Raising daughters and sons in today's world Misogyny, social media and modern womanhood Ashley's new book, Bimbo This is a thoughtful, empowering conversation about health, confidence and why women deserve better. If you've ever felt pressured to be smaller, quieter or "less", this episode is for you. Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Visit www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/wh-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women’s health expert and GP Dr Shireen joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson to discuss why so many women dismiss symptoms, delay seeking help and struggle to prioritise their own health. From perimenopause and hormones to burnout, stress, painful periods and pelvic health, this episode is packed with practical advice and honest conversation about the realities of women’s health today. Dr Shireen also opens up about the moment trusting her instincts as a mother saved her son’s life. A must-listen conversation about advocating for yourself, understanding your body and recognising the symptoms women should never ignore. Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Visit www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/wh-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Hoggins, aka Laura Biceps, joins Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson to talk strength training, Pilates, muscle, midlife fitness and why women need to stop fearing weights. Laura explains why Pilates and yoga have their place, but may not be enough to build and maintain full-body muscle. She also shares practical advice on progressive overload, gym confidence, fuelling your workouts, recovery, training after 40 and building strength for life. Plus, Laura opens up about egg freezing, fertility, hormones and learning to respect her body during a physically and emotionally challenging time. Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Visit www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/wh-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson are joined by Dr Giles Yeo — obesity expert, geneticist and bestselling author — for a powerful conversation on the science of weight. Together, they explore why obesity is a chronic disease rather than a simple lifestyle choice, and how our brains, genetics and environment shape the way we eat. Dr Yeo explains the concept of “food noise”, why some people feel hungrier than others, and why losing weight can feel like your body is working against you. They also take a deep dive into GLP-1 drugs, including how they work, who they’re designed for, and why they shouldn’t be treated as cosmetic quick fixes. From the risks of misuse to the potential future of these medications, this episode offers a clear, evidence-based perspective on one of the most talked-about topics in health today. A thoughtful and compassionate look at obesity, weight stigma and what it really takes to improve our health. Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Visit www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/wh-podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices