Episodes

  • He Pretended to Love Me — Then Stole My Life Savings

    He Pretended to Love Me — Then Stole My Life Savings
    Apr 28 2026
    In this powerful episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson speaks to Tracy Hall — author, financial wellness advocate and senior marketing leader — about the devastating romance fraud that changed her life. After meeting a man through online dating, Tracy believed she had found love with a successful finance executive. Instead, she was drawn into an elaborate deception by one of Australia’s most notorious con men, who stole her life savings. Tracy shares how trust was built, the subtle warning signs she missed, and how she rebuilt her confidence after betrayal. The conversation also explores why women need to understand their finances, how financial vulnerability can show up in any relationship, and what practical steps we can all take to protect ourselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Skin in Your 30s, 40s & Beyond: What Really Works with Dr Sophie Shotter

    Skin in Your 30s, 40s & Beyond: What Really Works with Dr Sophie Shotter
    Apr 21 2026
    What does your skin actually need — and what’s just hype? In this episode, Claire Sanderson sits down with Dr Sophie Shotter, award-winning aesthetic doctor and President of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine, to break down what really works when it comes to skin health. From your 20s through to your 50s and beyond, Sophie explains how your skin changes, why your 40s can feel like a “cliff edge,” and what you can do to protect it. They cover: The 4 essential skincare steps everyone needs The ingredients to avoid (even in expensive products) Why your skin barrier might be damaged The truth about Botox, fillers & skin boosters What to ask before choosing a clinic Budget-friendly skincare that actually works They also discuss the impact of lifestyle factors such as stress, sleep, alcohol and diet, and how these influence not just how your skin looks, but how it functions. A practical, honest and expert-led conversation about aging well — and looking like the best version of yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Burnout, Cortisol and Chronic Stress: Nahid De Belgonne Explains How to Reset Your Body

    Burnout, Cortisol and Chronic Stress: Nahid De Belgonne Explains How to Reset Your Body
    Apr 14 2026
    What does chronic stress actually do to your body — and how can you start to feel better? In this episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson speaks to Nahid De Belgonne, founder of The Human Method, about nervous system dysregulation, burnout, cortisol overload and why so many women feel constantly overwhelmed. Nahid explains how stress can show up emotionally through irritability, impatience and reactivity, and physically through poor sleep, gut issues, inflammation, skin flare-ups and exhaustion. She also shares practical tools to help calm the body, including movement, breathwork and simple techniques to release stress before it builds up. In this conversation, they cover: - What a dysregulated nervous system actually is - Why modern life keeps us in survival mode - The emotional and physical signs of chronic stress - How cortisol affects the body - Why high-achieving women are particularly vulnerable to burnout - Practical ways to regulate your nervous system every day If you’ve been feeling frazzled, reactive, exhausted or like you can never properly switch off, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Just As Well for more conversations on women’s health, wellness and how to feel better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Abbie Ward: Rugby, Motherhood & Resilience

    Abbie Ward: Rugby, Motherhood & Resilience
    Apr 7 2026
    Abbie Ward joins Just As Well to talk about life as a Red Rose, the evolution of women’s rugby, motherhood, pregnancy and returning to elite sport. In this episode, Abbie opens up about her journey into rugby, the realities of professionalism in the women’s game, and what it was like becoming one of the first players in professional women’s rugby to navigate pregnancy and motherhood while continuing her career. She also shares why representation matters, how rugby makes space for different body types and strengths, and why balance is the key to wellbeing. In this episode: Abbie Ward’s route into rugby The growth of women’s rugby Playing for England and Bristol Bears Motherhood and returning to professional sport Training during pregnancy Mental resilience and balance Why sport is for everybody Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • This Is Messing With Your Hormones

    This Is Messing With Your Hormones
    Mar 31 2026
    How much are everyday products affecting your hormones? In this episode of Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson and Claire Sanderson speak to functional medicine health coach Kirsty Smith about endocrine disruptors hidden in fragrance, cleaning products, plastics, skincare, clothing, and even blue light. They discuss how these toxins may affect metabolism, periods, fertility, energy, sleep, and overall health — plus simple low-tox swaps you can start making today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • Hormones, HRT, Libido & mood with The Menopause Medic

    Hormones, HRT, Libido & mood with The Menopause Medic
    Mar 24 2026
    This week on Just as Well, Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson sit down with Dr Fionnuala Barton, The Menopause Medic, for a fascinating conversation about perimenopause, menopause and hormone health. From HRT and sleep to libido, vaginal dryness, confidence, weight changes and strength training, Dr Barton shares practical, evidence-based advice on how women can better understand and support their bodies through this stage of life. A must-listen for women of every age — and for the people who love and support them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Angela Scanlon on Motherhood, Burnout and Learning to Slow Down

    Angela Scanlon on Motherhood, Burnout and Learning to Slow Down
    Mar 17 2026
    This week on Just As Well, Gemma Atkinson sits down with broadcaster, author and podcaster Angela Scanlon for a deeply honest conversation about motherhood, burnout and finding balance. Angela shares how she accidentally fell into television, the relentless drive that pushed her career forward, and the moment becoming a mother forced her to confront parts of herself she had been running from for years. In this episode, Angela opens up about her experience with eating disorder recovery, using work as a coping mechanism, and the seven years she spent in therapy learning how to rebuild her relationship with herself. Gemma and Angela also talk about: • The messy reality of motherhood • Work addiction and burnout • Raising confident daughters • Body image and growing up in the media spotlight • Wellness habits, gratitude and daily rituals • Why women need permission to fail and try again It’s a funny, warm and refreshingly honest conversation about ambition, healing and the pressure women carry — and why sometimes the best advice you can give your younger self is simply: you’ll be alright. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Rita Ora on Sleep, Supplements, Strength & Longevity | Just As Well

    Rita Ora on Sleep, Supplements, Strength & Longevity | Just As Well
    Mar 10 2026
    Rita Ora joins Claire Sanderson on Just As Well following her Women’s Health cover shoot to talk all things wellness, strength and longevity. In this honest and energising conversation, Rita shares how turning 30 changed her approach to health, why she now treats her body “like an athlete,” and the routines that keep her feeling strong on stage and off. From strength training and heated sculpt classes to red light therapy, hyperbaric oxygen, fasting and collagen coffee — Rita opens up about what she’s tried, what works for her, and what she’s ditched along the way. She also speaks candidly about how her mum’s breast cancer diagnosis shaped her health mindset, managing health anxiety, and why balance — not perfection — is the real goal. Plus: Rita’s exact morning routine Her sleep setup (including the gadget she swears by) Why she prioritises lifting weights Cold plunges vs heat therapy Supplements she rates (and the ones she questions) Fasting and gut health Brain health and peptides Her comfort food confession And the one piece of advice every woman needs to hear ✨ “Don’t feel guilty if you eat something you love.” Subscribe to Just As Well for more conversations with inspiring women on health, strength and feeling your best. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins