Who We Are Now with Izzy & Richard Hammond

This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re joined by Tim Spector OBE—renowned epidemiologist, medical doctor, science writer, and the visionary behind Zoe. Tim dives into the pivotal moment that transformed his life and sparked his mission to revolutionise the nation’s health. Listen in as Tim critiques Richard and Izzy’s breakfast choices, shares insights on gut health and nutrition, and explores how small changes can have a massive impact on well-being.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.And remember, Richard and Izzy will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com, or join the conversation at @whowearenowpod on Instagram.

On this week's bonus episode Izzy goes solo! We're so proud. She opens up to us and answers your questions. Expect a car update, insight on the father daughter experience, and peek behind the curtain of what it's really like to have Richard Hammond as a dad.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com or join the conversation on Instagram @whowearenowpod.

This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we chat to the absolutely brilliant and self professed "marketing w*nker" Simon Gunning on the incredible work that Campaign Against Living Miserably is doing to support thousands of people nationwide. The three talk about the difficult intersection between charity and corporate sensibility, the tricky nature of the Papageno effect and the essential tools you need to talk to your children about suicide. It's a must listen.If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources: CALM: 0800 58 58 58The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.And remember, Richard and Izzy will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com, or join the conversation at @whowearenowpod on Instagram.

This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode, Richard and Izzy turn their attention to you! That's right, this week our favourite duo answer your burning questions. What car has Richard loved driving the most? Why does Izzy recommend screaming into a pillow? And what are they most afraid of? Find out all that and more on this week's bonus episode. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com or join the conversation on Instagram @whowearenowpod.

This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Kelvin and Liz Fletcher. Best known for their roles on screen—Kelvin in Emmerdale—the Fletchers made a bold leap from TV fame to farming, buying hundreds of acres of land with little experience. Join Richard, Izzy, Kelvin, and Liz as they dive into life’s big risks, share their love (and obsession) for Rightmove, and debate whether Richard’s world-famous dad dancing could ever win Strictly Come Dancing.Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.And remember, Richard and Izzy will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com, or join the conversation at @whowearenowpod on Instagram.

Competitive? Richard? Izzy? Naaaah, not at all! In this bonus episode, Richard and Izzy decide to do something that chills them out after a long day at work after chatting to someone that has an incredibly stressful job - Dr Benji Waterhouse. But, of course, with two competitive Hammonds in the house, it's not quite as mindful as you'd expect... Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com or join the conversation on Instagram @whowearenowpod.

This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we take a peek under the hood of the NHS' mental health services with psychiatrist, author and comedian Dr Benji Waterhouse. After writing his tell all book You Don't Have To Be Mad To Work Here, Dr Benji is on a one man mission to give voices to those who can't speak up for themselves. As a front line NHS psychiatrist, Dr Benji has seen his share of incredibly difficult situations, and the three chat about how some mindful colouring and cold water swimming probably isn't going to cut the mustard when it comes to serious mental illness.If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources: The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.And remember, Richard and Izzy will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com, or join the conversation at @whowearenowpod on Instagram.

On this week's bonus episode of Who We Are Now, we welcome back Dr T to talk us through the science of connection, grief, and relationships. Can loss actually physically shape our brains?Do we need connection to exist? And how do we keep the memories of our loved ones alive in our brains? Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com or join the conversation on Instagram @whowearenowpod.

This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we welcome the absolutely brilliant Stephen Manderson, perhaps better known to you as Professor Green. After losing his dad to suicide at the age of just 24 years old, Stephen found himself as the voice of a generation after the release of the single Read All About it with Emile Sandé. Together, Stephen, Izzy and Richard talk about the kind of masculinity learnt from a council estate in Hackney, how the tragic death of his father shaped him as a man, and how he navigates fatherhood now with his partner Karima.If you've been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources: The Samaritans helpline: 116 123Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.And remember, Richard and Izzy will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com, or join the conversation at @whowearenowpod on Instagram.

Aaaaand breathe. This week's bonus is a mindful journey into the world of art, and is very relaxing if we do say so ourselves. Can art help your mental health? And do Richard and Izzy stand up to the prowess of Leigh? They're going to find out. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from the app store or go to globalplayer.com. Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com or join the conversation on Instagram @whowearenowpod.