The lifestyle tweaks that gave me a biological age of 20 - at 61!
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
When Mail journalist Sandra Parsons suffered a serious back injury in her mid-40s, she knew something had to change. Years of smoking, drinking, and late-night takeaways at her desk had taken their toll—she was in constant pain and felt, quite simply, old. Determined to heal her body, Sandra began exploring the science of ageing—and was amazed by what she discovered: that ageing is increasingly seen not as an inevitability, but as a treatable condition. By tackling its root causes, it's possible to turn back the biological clock and dramatically extend your health span. Drawing on...
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Why Teenagers Are a Gift (Even When It Doesn’t Feel Like It)- Rachel Kelly
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In this enlightening episode, author and mental health advocate Rachel Kelly joins us to explore her transformative book, The Gift of Teenagers. Drawing from her personal journey and professional experience, Rachel offers heartfelt stories and practical insights into the challenges and joys of parenting teens. From navigating the digital age to understanding attachment styles, Rachel helps us reframe adolescence as a time of growth—not just for teenagers, but for parents too. I’ve realised that by keeping calm and creating my own happiness, I can have a profound effect on my children....
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Is Lifestyle The Missing Link in Modern Medicine- Dr Sui H Wong
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In this episode, we dive into an enlightening conversation with Dr. Sui Wong, a leading consultant neurologist and NHS practitioner. After experiencing constant fatigue and low energy herself, Dr. Wong began exploring how lifestyle medicine—alongside her traditional medical practice—can dramatically improve brain health, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. We explore: How lifestyle medicine complements traditional neurology in supporting brain function. The impact of nutrition on mental clarity, energy, and cognitive health. Practical, everyday strategies for incorporating...
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The Truth About Drinking No One Talks About with Anna Donaghey
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
In this episode, we sit down with Anna Donahey—an alcohol coach, podcast host, and former ad agency high-flyer—who shares her raw and honest story of walking away from alcohol and rebuilding her life from the inside out. Anna opens up about what it was really like being the “fun” one in a drinking culture that’s everywhere—especially in high-pressure, high-performance environments. She talks about the silent toll alcohol was taking on her career, her motherhood journey, and her mental health… and what finally made her say: enough. This is more than just a conversation about...
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Beating the Odds: One Man’s Journey to a Symptom-Free Life After Parkinson’s
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
This week on the show, we’re joined by Scott Hanley, a man whose Parkinson’s diagnosis became a powerful catalyst for change. At 51, Scott was told his future would be a slow decline - but he chose a different path. What followed was an extraordinary journey through high-intensity, cognitively challenging workouts, a radical shift in nutrition, and a complete reframing of mindset. The result? Three years symptom-free, and a life more vibrant than ever. Scott opens up about the early warning signs, the emotional weight of diagnosis, and the moment he decided Parkinson’s wasn’t...
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"Can We Disagree Without Hating Each Other?" with Paul Dolan
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Why do we find it so hard to respect people we disagree with? In this episode, behavioral scientist and author Paul Dolan joins us to explore the powerful ideas behind his new book, Beliefism: How to Stop Hating the People We Disagree With. Dolan argues that it's not just what we believe that shapes society—but how we believe it. He unpacks how beliefs become personal identities, how tribal thinking fuels conflict, and why challenging our own certainty might be the first step toward empathy and connection. Topics Covered: What is "beliefism" and why is it dangerous? How beliefs...
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Success on Your Terms: Healing Burnout, Tuning In, and Trusting Yourself-Gaia Ferreira
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
In this episode, we sit down with Gaia Ferreira to hear the refreshingly honest story of how she walked away from corporate success, followed a lifelong pull toward creativity, and found her calling helping entrepreneurs who feel stuck at the top. Gaia blends her background in business, creativity, and psychology to help people cut through the noise, reconnect with their intuition, and redefine what success really means to them. We dive into the subconscious mind, the stories we inherit (and unconsciously repeat), and how silencing the noise of the outside world can help us hear...
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Addiction, Rock Bottom and Finding Hope- Oliver Mason
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In this compelling episode of The Gavin Sisters Podcast, we sit down with Oliver Mason — a seasoned British actor, voiceover artist, and presenter whose talents have graced the West End, BBC dramas, and iconic cult classics like Red Dwarf, The Mysti Show, and Doctor Who . He's also a familiar face from his time presenting on the BBC and CBBC, as well as a recognizable voice on The Disney Channel . Oliver opens up about his deeply personal journey through addiction, the multiple times he hit rock bottom, and the pivotal moment in rehab that changed the course of his life. Now many years...
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Taking Back Health: Joe Cross on Juicing, Fasting, and Healing
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
In this week’s episode, we welcome Australian entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker Joe Cross - best known for the documentary Fat, Sick & Nearly Dead - to share how a 60-day juice fast rescued him from chronic illness and transformed his life. Joe opens up about his battle with debilitating hives, years of steroid treatment, and the decision to radically change his lifestyle through juicing and plant-based nutrition. He reflects on the challenges and breakthroughs of that journey, including the physical and emotional changes that came with removing processed foods and focusing on whole,...
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Mind Over Matter: Dr. Ellen Langer on the Power of the Mind in Healing and Happiness
The Gavin Sisters Wellness Show
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Dr. Ellen Langer, a pioneering psychologist and researcher widely known for her work on mindfulness, aging, and the power of the mind. Dr. Langer shares her insights on how our thoughts, beliefs, and perceptions can influence our health, happiness, and even the aging process. We dive deep into the fascinating connection between the mind and body, exploring how mindfulness can be a tool for healing, and how embracing a mindset of possibility can lead to more joyful, fulfilling lives. Whether you’re looking to enhance your own...
info_outlineGordon Neufeld is a developmental psychologist from Vancouver. He is the author of the book Hold on to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers (co-authored with Gabor Mate).
Neufeld is founder of the Neufeld Institute based in Vancouver, which provides education and training for parents and professionals based on Neufeld's attachment theories.
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