Who We Are Now with Izzy & Richard Hammond

This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now with Richard Hammond and Dr Jim Alvarez they look back on the impressively open and vulnerable chat with Dr Alex George. Dr Jim has a bee in his bonnet about shoes, we learn how one persons struggle can help another grow, and Dr Jim advises on just how to open up to your friends. 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.

This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond, they talk all things motor racing and competition. Joined by Mark Blundell, a man who has motor racing in his DNA, they figure out what drives men (and women) to be competitive, Izzy gets to talk about her number one favourite subject (Formula 1), and Mark and Richard re-live their most difficult moments behind the wheel. 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 Dr Jim will see you this Friday for Who We Are Now's bonus episode! Have a question for the team? Email whowearenow@global.com.

Dr. Alex George, a doctor and the UK's Ambassador for Mental Health, dives deep into the complexities of modern masculinity. He addresses the stigma around vulnerability and toxic masculinity, encouraging open discussions about mental health. The conversation touches on generational divides in understanding identity and the challenges young men face today. Alex shares insights on the evolving perceptions of masculinity and the vital role of elders in guiding younger generations. Expect humor, heart, and a powerful message on embracing emotional well-being.

This week, Richard Hammond, a survivor of a high-speed crash turned advocate for mental health and masculinity, converses with Dr. Jim Álvarez, a thought leader in related issues. They tackle the societal stigma surrounding men's self-care, sharing humorous anecdotes about massages and manicures. Vulnerability and emotional expression are core themes, as they delve into identity and the complexities of anxiety. The dialogue encourages open conversations, emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting one another through life's transitions.

In 2006 Richard Hammond broke his brain. The high-speed jet-powered car he was piloting crashed at 319mph… and the thing that stopped the car from rolling? That was his head. Richard’s been on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth ever since, and now, he’s on a mission to demystify and destigmatise conversations around masculinity, mental health, and the issues that affect us all, in a bid to discover who we are now. Joined by his co-pilot and grown-up daughter Izzy, they’ll dive into the worlds of mid-life crisis’, what makes a modern man, how to raise daughters, and even question what it means to be a little shorter than average... Join Richard, Izzy and Dr Jim, as they try to figure out Who We Are Now. Listen to the first THREE episodes on Tuesday 27th February, with new episodes out every Tuesday AND bonus episodes out every Friday. Listen on Global Player. Download it from the app store or head to globalplayer.com.