What's My Age Again?
Bauer Media
Welcome to What’s My Age Again – the podcast that asks: How old are you? How old is your body? What do you do to feel young? Katherine Ryan not only asks her celebrity guests how they feel about ageing but she also asks them to give her their blood. Every famous name on the show takes a biological age test and midway through the show we reveal how their bodies' age compares to their chronological age. Katherine Ryan is 41 but is her body? It’s a fascinating and fun conversation about their lifestyle, their childhood, their family and their attitude to getting older. Do they do anything to reverse the visible signs of ageing? The guests span the decades, and we find out if years of being at the top of their game in sport, entertainment or politics has impacted their body. Dr Nichola Conlon, who has a PhD in biochemistry joins us every week to discuss the guests’ results and to share the latest science on longevity. The test is carried out by the company Glycanage If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com T&Cs applyDISCLAIMER The Glycanage biological age test is a wellness test that helps measure chronic inflammation in the body. It is not a medical-grade device and the biological age is not a predictor of life expectancy. There are other tests available which use different methods and markers to assess biological age. This test has been used as a vehicle for an interesting conversation about ageing. Glycanage have not been paid to be part of the podcast.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 18min
NUTRITION: Dr Nichola's Second Opinion
In this bonus episode of Dr. Nichola’s Second Opinion, resident scientist Dr. Nic delves into the science of nutrition and aging. Forget fad diets—this episode explores how everyday foods can literally program your cells, slow down your biological clock, and help you feel fabulous at any age.Dr. Nichola breaks down:Why whole foods are nature’s medicineThe hidden dangers of ultra-processed snacksHow sugar accelerates aging through glycationThe power of protein and the Mediterranean dietListener questions on fasting, skin health, and brain-boosting foodsPlus, hear Alastair Campbell confess his love of a certain chocolate bar and learn why even longevity experts also indulge in chocolate—sometimes.Tune in for practical tips, myth-busting insights, and Dr. Nic’s Quick Fixes to help you eat smarter and age better.Send in your questions using our social media channels or email whatsmyageagainpod@bauermedia.co.ukProducer - Mick CoyleSound Design - James Stodd
Oct 7, 2025 • 55min
Alan Davies - Will an obsession with sundried tomatoes stave off premature ageing?
(WARNING: This episode includes discussions of childhood abuse and mentions of suicidal ideation; listener discretion is advised.) His passport says he’s 59, but Alan Davies says he feels 264: so, what will Glycanage say? Alan and Katherine’s conversation ranges from the silly to the serious, complete with anecdotes about what could have been with Jennifer Anniston and starting a podcast under a duvet 15 years ago to facing a cancer diagnosis and the life-saving effects of the talking cure. Alan and Dr Nichola Conlon bond over the miraculous properties of olive oil and Katherine urges Alan to treat himself to as many sun dried tomatoes as he pleases. Will Alan’s ‘Oreos don’t grow on trees’ attitude have lowered his biological age? Listen to find out. If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com T&Cs apply. And if you’ve been affected by any of the topics raised in this episode, there is more information and support at the website mentioned: https://www.1in5.info/ Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media - Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Phil AtkinsExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonProducer - Elly LazaridesHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave
Oct 2, 2025 • 19min
STRESS: Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion
Our resident scientist Dr Nichola Conlon is here for a bonus episode that’s talking all things STRESS. When she’s on the What’s My Age Again sofa, Dr Nic explains the science behind our celebrity’s results. But she’s only just getting started: On Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion she’s answering your questions and taking a deep-dive into the facts and stats about growing old – and what you can do about it. This week, Dr Nichola will tell you how stress can cause physical ageing by directly impacting your cells. Plus she’ll let you know how you can avoid its worst effects, and she’ll give you some handy hints you can try yourself, with Dr Nic’s Quick Fix: Stress Edition. You can drop us questions on the What’s My Age Again socials or email your questions and voice notes to whatsmyageagainpod@bauermedia.co.uk If stress is impacting your life and you want to speak to someone, your GP is a good place to start, or find local mental health support services anywhere in the UK using the Hub of Hope ‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com T&Cs applyProducer - Mick CoyleSound Design - James Stodd
Sep 30, 2025 • 1h 2min
GK Barry – Will her body have beaten the Buzz Ballz to have a brilliant biological age?
We kick off Season 2 of What’s My Age Again?’ with the fabulous GK Barry aka Grace Keeling. Grace is 26, but she says she feels 65 and wants to check out at 35! But how old is her body? She made her name on Tik Tok but has recently broken into mainstream TV and says she does feel the stress of constantly being in the public eye. She’s not worried about how she looks as she gets older, but admits she’s anxious about ill health that may come with old age. In this fun, frank and open conversation, Katherine also delves into her family life and we find out about Grace’s idyllic early childhood in the Caribbean, her brother, her mum and her biological Dad and what’s putting her off having kids with her partner Ella Rutherford. Dr Nichola Conlon advises Grace on how to deal with her anxiety as her career accelerates, whether kissing her dogs is good for her microbiome and recommends alcohol alternatives to Buzz Ballz. Grace recorded this before her 26th birthday ‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com T&Cs applySenior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media - Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – James StoddExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave
Sep 10, 2025 • 38min
What’s My Microbiome Again? - Branded episode with Yakult.
This episode of What’s My Age Again is a little bit different - Katherine isn’t revealing anyone’s biological age - but instead, revealing the secrets of our microbiomes and bunking myths about our guts. It’s all thanks to our friends - and friendly bacteria - at Yakult sponsoring this episode. Katherine and Dr Nichola Conlon are joined by award-winning nutrition scientist Dr Emily Prpa. In addition to holding a PhD from King’s College London, Emily also boasts a near-perfect gut-biome score so we know she practices what she preaches. Dr Emily calls herself a ‘friendly neighbourhood food detective’, who specialises in studying how different foods can make our bodies and brains feel their best, cutting through the noise to provide simple tips to improve our everyday wellbeing. This episode on gut health is so much more than a science lesson - expect to hear about how kissing swaps bacteria, babies eating charcuterie, how one woman ‘cured’ her mental health conditions with her husband’s poo, why a c-section won’t harm a babies microbiome, oh - and what on earth a crapsule is. Thank you very much to our friends - and friendly bacteria - at Yakult for sponsoring this episode.
Aug 5, 2025 • 25min
What’s YOUR Age Again? Diet, Menopause, Sleep.
In the first of our bonus episodes ‘What’s YOUR Age Again?’, Dr Nichola Conlon takes your questions about biological age. It’s an extra episode while we’re working on Season 2 to find out what you want to know about longevity. In this podcast we hear from Holly – she wants to know how being overweight impacts on biological age. New mum Alice isn’t getting much sleep at the moment because of her young son – how will that be affecting her biological age and what can she do about it? Dr Nichola also explains what happens to the body during menopause and what you can do to stay feeling well and energetic as your body changes. You’ll also hear highlights from Season One with our celebrity guests, Joanne McNally, Bryony Gordon and Sophie Ellis Bextor. We'd love you to take part in ‘What’s Your Age Again?’ or if you have a questions about biological age for Dr Nichola, please message us on the What’s My Age Again socials https://www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_pod or email on whatsmyageagainpod@bauermedia.co.uk Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media - Cassidy Rebelo Artwork – Ben Watkins Sound Designer – Holly SimondsChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave
Jul 15, 2025 • 1h 4min
Adam Buxton – He’s made a career out of being a big kid, but how old is his body?
Adam Buxton, a beloved TV presenter and podcaster known for his comedic duo Adam and Joe, reflects on aging and lifestyle changes at 56. He humorously discusses his split from Joe Cornish and shares insights about his boarding school experiences, emphasizing the importance of friendships. Adam reveals his new breakfast routine aimed at reducing inflammation and the benefits of country living. He candidly explores familial dynamics, especially his mother's approach to aging, and touches on themes of health, nostalgia, and emotional well-being.
Jul 8, 2025 • 57min
Michelle de Swarte - From PAINKILLERS to VITAMINS and PARTYING to PILATES – will Michelle’s lifestyle changes be reflected in her body’s age.?
(WARNING: This episode includes strong language and sexual references which some people might find offensive) Michelle de Swarte began smoking cannabis from a young age and while working as a model in New York and London did ALOT of recreational drugs. She’s now 44 and working as a successful writer and comedian and tells Katherine she has replaced the class A’s with as many vitamins and supplements. She’s not too worried about ageing but really nervous about her biological age and is hoping her new lifestyle will be reflected in the result. In this brilliant, thought-provoking and open interview, she shares how her troubled childhood shaped her, how she got lost in the game of fillers and how she came to the positive decision to live life child-free. Michelle de Swarte’s family describe her as Darth Vaper and Michelle admits she has more than the occasional puff. Dr Nichola Conlon looks at the emerging science on vaping and smoking and how they affect biological age. Nichola also assesses Michelle’s vitamins and which ones are best for her reversing the ageing process on the inside. Michelle de Swarte wrote and starred in the BBC comedy drama Spent. She’s on tour in the Autumn with her new show ‘The Afters’ that looks at youth, social media and ageing. Lead producer– Molly Carter Social media - Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave
Jul 1, 2025 • 57min
Denise Lewis. The Dame is a winner but will she win gold in her biological age test?
Dame Denise Lewis is 52 but feels much younger and says if her biological age is any higher than 38 - she’ll sprint out of the studio in a strop. She’s an Olympic Gold winner, a mum of 4 and now heads up UK Athletics which promotes young talent looking to represent the country. She’s a high achieving woman, at home and and at work but says, over the years, she’s learnt when and how to ask for help. For anyone juggling family, friends and work, it’s an inspiring listen and Denise tells an incredible story about turning fifty and how nothing was going to stop her from partying that day. Dr Nichola Conlon deep dives into the menopause and explains how the body changes during that time and the dramatic impact it can have on your biological age. Dame Denise Lewis’ book Adaptability Seven Lessons to Thrive in a World of Competing Demands is available now.
Jun 24, 2025 • 51min
Alastair Campbell – the results are in. Will he accept his 'real' age or call for a recount??
Alastair Campbell co-hosts the UK’s most successful podcast, The Rest is Politics and a huge percentage of the audience is under thirty. He tells Katherine why he thinks he still appeals to the young. He’s 68 but he’s hoping his biological age will be 21. If it’s not, he’s calling for a recount or an overhaul of the system! His kids keep him feeling young, but Alastair says it can be challenging being the oldest man in the audience when he’s watching his comedian daughter Grace perform her often explicit set. He lives a healthy life now but will colitis, stress and past struggles with depression and alcoholism have impacted on his biological age? Dr Nichola Conlon gives her verdict on Alastair’s result and applauds his commitment to cold water swimming. She explains what happens to the body when you plunge in cold water, and how long you need to be in cold water per week to get the health benefits. If you want an explainer on how UK politics work, the books Why Politics Matter and Alastair Campbell Talks Politics are available now Alastair Campbell recorded this before he turned 68. Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media - Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave
