Best Dr Ayan Panja Podcasts (2024)

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The Mental Heath Crisis: why it is so severe and will it ever get better? 19:40

2h ago19:40

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In this episode I look at why across much of the world mental health is in crisis. What are the reasons for this? What can we do about it? TW: mentions suicide. Systems biology in medicine: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/metabolism-digestion-reproduction/research/systems-medicine/ COVID and mental health: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC875813…

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Hydration - how to get it right: the life saving power and perils of fluid balance 15:28

1h ago15:28

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Hydration is something many of us take for granted but in this episode I bust some myths around hydration, cover why it is important to give it some thought and why urine colour is not the best measure of how hydrated we are. Too much vs too little: https://www.instagram.com/drayanpanja/p/C16g1vfI3ZP/ BUY THE HEALTH FIX NOW: https://www.amazon.co.u…

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From Panic to Purpose: Real stories of growth from vocal coaches, choral leaders & singing teachers 23:42

2d ago23:42

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Ever wondered how professional vocal coaches, singing teachers, and choir leaders overcome the challenges of their craft? In Season 9, Episode 12 of the 'This is a Voice' podcast, Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher take you inside the transformative experiences of six Registered Teachers from different backgrounds, including Amy Housley (actor a…

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Thyroid Health - a deep dive on how it works, what it does, how it goes wrong and what to do to keep it healthy 18:04

7d ago18:04

18:04

The thyroid is an important gland and with many functions. Up to 10% of people have a thyroid disorder and in this episode I look at common presentations and how to keep your thyroid healthy. How thyroid hormone is made: https://www.ezmedlearning.com/blog/thyroid-hormone-synthesis-steps-pathway Hashimoto’s Disease - a common cause of hypothyroidism…

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Prostate Cancer - 101 21:15

13d ago21:15

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It’s the second commonest cancer in men across the world and increasing in incidence. In this episode I look at why it occurs and what we can do prevent it, manage risk and raise awareness. Hormones and their roles in prostate cancer: https://www.ceu.ox.ac.uk/news/largest-study-to-date-confirms-role-of-two-hormones-in-aggressive-prostate-cancer-ris…

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Who should you trust with your health? 16:12

24d ago16:12

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The amount of health information and practitioners are constantly growing and we have a choice about where we search for this information and advice. But how do you know who is reliable? How do you decide who to trust? I explore this and more in the episode. Gen Z and their health: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/tiktok-main-source-health-in…

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Redefining Gender Identity & Authenticity in Musical Theatre Training, with Naomi Lee Schulke 44:34

23d ago44:34

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In this thought-provoking and unusual episode of This Is A Voice, Dr. Gillyanne Kayes & Jeremy Fisher sit down with Naomi Lee Schulke, a passionate singing teacher / researcher at Falmouth University. Naomi shares her journey through Vocal Process's Teacher Accreditation Programme and her fascinating work in supporting gender identity in musical th…

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Narrative Medicine - how storytelling helps us heal 16:51

1M ago16:51

16:51

Narrative Medicine is an important art in a consultation involving both talking and listening. In this episode I look at why it is important and how it can help our health outcomes. AI in consultations: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-13169325/GP-AI-listening-auto-generate-patient-notes-confidential-medical-information-wrong-hands.html N…

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Community as a cure - the stunning power of groups in health and wellbeing 17:44

1M ago17:44

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Community as a cure? We often think of healthcare being a relationship between a clinician and a patient but amazing things can occur through the power of community and using it as sociological therapy. I look at why groups can be so powerful and how you might run one. Parkrun: home | parkrun UK Weight Watchers: How The WeightWatchers Weight-Loss P…

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Autoimmunity - its alarming rise and what we can do about it 19:56

1M ago19:56

19:56

Autoimmunity and autoimmune diseases are on the rise. In this episode I look at why this is the case, the mechanisms behind autoimmunity and what we can do to prevent and manage it. Innate vs adaptive immunity (including B and T cells): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279396/# Molecular mimicry in autoimmunity: https://www.sciencedirect.com/s…

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Biomechanics - a key to health, hiding in plain sight 16:04

2M ago16:04

16:04

Our biomechanics affect us all the time, each and every day and is often ignored when it comes to its impact on health. From hip pain to heartburn, our anatomy and the way we move can have impacts on our health on a daily basis. Leg length discrepancy: https://www.thebiomechanicsmethod.com/2021/06/01/how-a-leg-length-discrepancy-affects-the-body/ P…

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'Your typical day" - how it can give you clues to unresolved symptoms 18:35

2M ago18:35

18:35

In my book The Health Fix I talk about how I ask patients about their typical day and why that is a great question to ask in order to generate a 'Lifestyle Prescription’. Looking at your typical day may not be something you’ve done recently or in any detail but it can give you clues to why you may be contributing to some of your symptoms or how you…

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Big Pharma - friend or foe? 18:21

2M ago18:21

18:21

Big Pharma gets a lot of bad press, yet most of us have needed to take medication for something at some point in our lives. How do we minimise the risk of our coming to harm from drugs and what can industry do to work more openly with us? Diuretic drugs: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-642-79565-7_4 Ben Goldacre - a review: https://…

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Decluttering your home - how it could have multiple benefits for your health 15:41

3M ago15:41

15:41

The evidence is compelling. Clutter can be harmful to our health in many ways from poor sleep, stress, anxiety and even physical pain. Why is this the case and what can we do about it? Graham Hill - less stuff, more happiness: https://www.ted.com/talks/graham_hill_less_stuff_more_happiness?subtitle=en Marie Kondo and her work: https://konmari.com/ …

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Can some of our ‘bad' habits actually be good for us? 15:05

3M ago15:05

15:05

I got thinking about this recently whilst on holiday recently where I was having a lot of lie-ins and doing a lot of daydreaming. Coffee: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee Chewing and alertness: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4449949/ Chewing and effects on the immune system: https://www…

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Role models and their impact on health (good and bad) 14:05

3M ago14:05

14:05

Many of us have role models but do they impact our health? As the Olympics were taking place recently I started to think about this and in this episode I look at some studies and reveal their interesting findings. Role models (an alternative view): https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/the-problem-with-role-models/ Smoking in popular culture: https:/…

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Race and Racism in Medicine 15:32

3M ago15:32

15:32

This is a topic close to my heart and is important to address for patients and medical staff. Race is a sociological construct and differs from ancestry. It has a surprising impact in medicine, both in terms of care and outcomes for patients. In addition racism needs stamping out in the medical profession in all corners. Prostate cancer risk in bla…

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Breathing and Breathwork - how getting the basics right can improve your health and wellbeing 14:44

4M ago14:44

14:44

Breathing is a basic function we all need in order to survive but doing it correctly can have benefits to our health and the opposite is true - breathing in a sub-optimal way can pre-dispose to certain illnesses. Mouth breathing - could it predispose to allergies, asthma and impaired immunity?: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/mouth-brea…

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Healthy ageing - what ageing is as a biological process and what we can do daily to age well. 19:34

4M ago19:34

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We know that how we live affects how we age, and in this episode, rather than focusing on longevity per se, I look at the biology of ageing and how we can adopt simple daily habits to positively affect the factors that age us. I also talk about my Health Loop and your 'typical day’ to help lay out your unique needs for a lifestyle prescription. Lin…

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Your questions answered! Fasting and insomnia, extreme diets, thyroid health, cancer, recurrent illness and more 16:59

4M ago16:59

16:59

In this episode I answer some of the many questions that land in my inbox. I tackle both common and interesting questions from listeners over the last year or so. There’s something for everyone here and remember to cross reference with other episodes! Intermittent fasting (review article): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10005873/ Hypo…

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Breaking down barriers - gender, taste and authenticity in vocal performance with Guro von Germeten 39:19

4M ago39:19

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What's changing in musical theatre, and what needs to change? And what is authenticity in performance anyway? In their 100th episode, Gillyanne and Jeremy chat with singer researcher Guro von Germeten on her research into gender, authenticity and musical theatre. How does taste influence your vocal training? How is gender identity challenging music…

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Eye health - it’s link to our overall health and how to preserve it. 17:06

4M ago17:06

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Sight is one of our special senses. At least 2.2 billion people have some kind of visual impairment. In this episode I look at common eye presentations, why they occur and how we can prevent them. Trachoma - a leading cause of preventable blindness: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/trachoma Glaucoma: https://www.mayoclinic.org/disea…

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B12 deficiency - the truth about it and the latest NICE guidance behind this all-important public health issue 17:21

4M ago17:21

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B12 deficiency affects up to 20% of people over the age of 60. It is often left undiagnosed but can present in many ways. In this episode I look at the nuance involved in making the diagnosis and treating it appropriately so that people do not come to harm. NICE guidance: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng239 B vitamins: https://www.healthline.com…

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The Omnivorous Voice - navigating taste & cultural expectations in singing with Guro von Germeten 43:49

4M ago43:49

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Join Dr Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher in a fascinating and deep episode on the omnivorous voice, featuring Dr. Guro von Germerten. Guro shares the highlights from her PhD on musical tastes and vocal techniques. From her emotional childhood experience as a pianist to her groundbreaking research on the omnivorous voice, Guro discusses the complex…

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Biohacking - a path to longevity or waste of time and money? 24:01

5M ago24:01

24:01

Biohacking is essentially optimising your biology to improve your health and longevity. It was popularised in Silicon Valley by the tech community and is now, and is a market that is growing by about 10% a year. But is it worth it and more importantly is it safe? Silicon Valley and biohacking: https://www.theneweconomy.com/strategy/biohacking-the-c…

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Hormonal Health 101 - what our hormones do for us and how to keep them happy 18:28

5M ago18:28

18:28

This week I look at hormones and how they are crucial to our health. From our adrenal glands to our thyroid through to our sex hormones, they are important to keep in balance much like instruments in an orchestra. Endocrine overview: https://www.epa.gov/endocrine-disruption/overview-endocrine-system Steroid pathway diagram: https://www.nature.com/a…

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Keep It Real in the Music Industry - Ruth Royall on Confidence, Community & Touring While Pregnant 26:03

5M ago26:03

26:03

DJ, singer-songwriter, vocal coach and inspiration Ruth Royall joins Gillyanne and Jeremy to share the amazing story behind the #KeepItReal movement and its impact on the drum and bass community. In this episode: The importance of self-confidence for artists and the crucial role of supportive networks. Insights on artist mentoring and establishing …

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Yoga - the ultimate mind-body practice? 15:55

5M ago15:55

15:55

Yoga has been practised for thousands of years but as many people are cynical about trying it as there are huge fans of it. In this episode I share my own experiences and the benefits yoga can confer to our health. Links: Barriers to yoga (Nepalese sudy): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8039334/ Yoga effects on brain health: https://ww…

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Perfectionism - strength or weakness? 16:28

5M ago16:28

16:28

Perfectionism has risen in the workplace in recent years. It can be a huge positive in terms of work standards but also predisposes people to stress, anxiety and burnout. In this episode I look at ways to capitalise on its strengths and mitigate any negatives. Not sure if you are one? Take the quiz below. Links: Take the quiz - are you a perfection…

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Crafting beats - songwriting and collaboration in Drum and Bass with DJ, singer-songwriter Ruth Royall 30:02

5M ago30:02

30:02

In this episode of 'This Is A Voice' podcast, Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher are joined by singer-songwriter Ruth Royall. They discuss Ruth's diverse career journey, her pivot to become a prominent artist in the drum and bass genre during the lockdown, and her personal songwriting process. Ruth shares insights on the importance of collaborat…

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Food as Medicine - is it or isn't it? 16:01

6M ago16:01

16:01

This is an argument that rages on in the world of nutrition and medicine. In this episode I look at what food is, what it does to us in terms of our health and the mechanisms behind it and give you my verdict on whether I consider it to be medicine or not. Ultra processed foods - review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10899807/ Protei…

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Just How Boring Are You? Jeremy launches a new book 24:04

6M ago24:04

24:04

Jeremy Fisher launches his new book called "Just How Boring Are you? How to be a great podcast guest, captivate your listeners and polish your vocal skills". In this bonus podcast episode Jeremy is interviewed by Karen Merstik-Michaels - singer, musician, social media manager and podcast host, on why he wrote the book and what potential podcast gue…

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High Blood Pressure - the biggest silent killer? 18:30

6M ago18:30

18:30

High blood pressure is the biggest modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is still the leading cause of death worldwide. It’s often called a silent killer because it has usually has no symptoms. This episode give you the lowdown on high blood pressure (also known as essential hypertension). Links: WHO page: https://www.who.int/new…

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Cutting the legato, breathing truth bombs and little green men 35:15

6M ago35:15

35:15

This Is A Voice podcast S9 Ep6 focuses on our More Than a Masterclass experience at the Hamburg StimmSymposium last month. Coaching a singer in the big belt number from the musical Vanara - Prayer To The Moon. How Jeremy changed her style with a single physical instruction. And why she needed less flow, not more to make the belt notes and approache…

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Mind Body Medicine - a new and old frontier 17:43

6M ago17:43

17:43

Mind Body Medicine is fascinating but has been poorly understood over the years. I believe it is more important to try to understand better now more than ever as we are surrounded by medically unexplained symptoms and non-communicable symptoms and diseases. In this episode I look at the origins and theories behind it as well as link to the evidence…

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Weight loss drugs - are the new blockbuster medicines really a solution for obesity? 17:03

6M ago17:03

17:03

This is a super hot topic in health care in some parts of the world at the moment. In this episode I look at how these drugs work and the pros and cons of taking them for weight loss purposes. Obesity, in some instances, is in essence a form of ‘malnutrition’ because of the nature of food consumed and how rates have increased rapidly over the last …

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Our 25th anniversary, Hamburg StimmSymposium, Breathing, singing and support 45:45

6M ago45:45

45:45

In this landmark episode of This Is A Voice (S9 Ep5), Dr. Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher take a stroll down memory lane to celebrate a remarkable 25 years since founding their voice education company VocalProcess. From being the UK's first private company to pioneer online voice webinars to sharing insights from their latest experience at the es…

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring: life saver or wellbeing fad? 19:26

7M ago19:26

19:26

CGM has changed lives for the better people with Type 1 Diabetes but nowadays people without diabetes use it as a tool. In this episode I look at the pros and cons of CGM and how it can be used as a lens into our general health and how it is linked to our gut microbiome amongst many other systems. Links: CGM early days review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.…

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Smart phones - the hidden addiction that affects us all 21:28

7M ago21:28

21:28

In this episode I look at smart phones. They have changed the way we live beyond imagination but are they doing us any harm in terms of the way we think and behave? Links: Life before smartphones: https://medium.com/be-unique/before-smartphones-were-a-thing-87208717b8d7 Teenage brain: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/Pages/W…

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World Voice Day Special pt 2 - Belief Systems & Diagnosis - with GP Dr Ayan Panja 34:56

7M ago34:56

34:56

For the second half of our World Voice Day Special edition, we're talking belief systems and diagnostics with one of the most influential GPs in the UK (Pulse Magazine), Dr Ayan Panja. Dr Panja is a GP (family doctor), podcaster, presenter on BBC World News and the bestselling author of "The Health Fix" 00:00 What motivates a working GP? 04:01 Putt…

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Addiction - where and how it starts and how we manage it 16:50

7M ago16:50

16:50

Addictions can ruin lives but why do they occur in the first place and what can we do to acknowledge them better? In this episode Iook at why they can be so hard to conquer and touch on different aspects of addiction. Links: How the addicted brain works: https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/how-an-addicted-brain-works Sugar - why most of us could easi…

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Parenting - navigating the joys and challenges 18:02

7M ago18:02

18:02

Becoming a parent is a gift but it has its challenges. In this episode I look at some factors to be mindful of including the difference between the child and adult brain plus micro tips to help navigate your way through the maze of parenthood. Links: Parenting styles: https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/style/parenting-styles-explain…

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The Health Fix and the Vagus nerve - with GP & bestselling author Dr Ayan Panja 42:36

7M ago42:36

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For this World Voice Day Special edition of our This Is A Voice podcast we're delving into the Vagus Nerve and health diagnostics with one of the most influential GPs in the UK (Pulse Magazine), Dr Ayan Panja. Dr Panja is a GP (family doctor), podcaster, presenter on BBC World News and the bestselling author of "The Health Fix" Voice experts Dr Gil…

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Skin Health - a 101 19:47

8M ago19:47

19:47

Skin - it’s known as our largest ‘organ’ and most of us have had some kind of skin issue. This is my 101. Enjoy! Guttate psoriasis: https://www.healthline.com/health/psoriasis-guttate Pitiryiasis rosea: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/pityriasis-rosea-symptoms Scarlet fever: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176242 Slapped cheek syn…

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Health screening - worth it or a waste of time? 20:00

8M ago20:00

20:00

Health screening has exploded over the last 20 years. Is it a money making exercise or actually worth it? In this episode I look at the pros and cons and how you can decide what may be worth doing and the reason people decide they need it. Links: UK ethics of health screening: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-nsc-ethical-framework-for-…

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Food Intolerances - how to work out if you have one and why many people don't believe they exist 19:05

8M ago19:05

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There isn’t a week in practice when I don’t get asked about food intolerances and how to test for them. It’s a contentious topic that needs some deconstructing. In this episode I look at what is and isn't intolerance and how to proceed if you think you have a food intolerance. Links: Food intolerance vs allergy - official guidance: https://www.alle…

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Lyme Disease, tick-borne illnesses and mystery symptoms 15:52

8M ago15:52

15:52

Lyme Disease rates have doubled in the last 30 years in the USA and rates are rising across the world in affected areas. In this episode I look at Lyme, other tick-borne illnesses and the mystery symptoms they can give rise to, as well as strategies to treat and prevent them. Lyme disease factsheet: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/borreliosis/facts/f…

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Breath, Pressure & Flow. Dos & don'ts of breathing for singers - balancing a voice for sound & style 37:40

8M ago37:40

37:40

Dr Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher on misunderstandings, misconceptions and personal insights about breathing and breath management for singing. Untrue statements, pressed phonation, relentless twang, breathy versus leaky tone, everything is up for discussion. Plus five areas where we can control breathing, and details on using two contrasting ai…

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High cholesterol - the myth and reality 15:59

8M ago15:59

15:59

Cholesterol has become an obsession for so many people over the last 50 years. In this episode I look at the story of cholesterol and why it is important and when to worry about it. Links: The history of cholesterol: https://www.escardio.org/Journals/E-Journal-of-Cardiology-Practice/Volume-19/history-in-medicine-the-story-of-cholesterol-lipids-and-…

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Infertility - it's causes, how we tackle it and the impact on individuals and society 16:53

9M ago16:53

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TW: Sensitive topic: one in six people worldwide are now affected by infertility and rates have soared over the last 30 years. In this episode I look at the reasons behind it and what we can do about it on an individual and societal level. Childlessness: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/oct/02/the-desire-to-have-a-child-never-goes-away…

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