The Life of Bryony

Welcome to The Life of YOU—The bonus series where we answer your questions and try to make sense of life’s messier moments.This week, I’m joined by writer Sarah Hoover—author of The Motherload, a fearless, funny, and deeply honest look at motherhood, identity, and the expectations placed on women.Together, we answer your dilemmas on what happens when motherhood feels like too much—when you’re drowning in cartoons and laundry, missing your old self, and wondering why you don’t feel more grateful. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Sarah Hoover🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the moment your baby arrives, the only thing you feel is... nothing? This week, I’m joined by author Sarah Hoover, whose raw and honest book, 'The Motherload,' has become essential reading for anyone who’s struggled with the ups and downs of early motherhood.We explore what happens when your mental health collapses, but you still look 'fine,' why therapy was such a lifeline, and how Sarah finally started to feel like herself again.If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who needs to hear Sarah’s honesty. It really makes a difference.Bryony xxGet in touch: Got something you'd like to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.Or you can use our WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOBPrefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk.Books discussed in this episode:The Motherload by Sarah HooverA raw, surreal, and honest account of what happens when a woman comes undone in the first year of motherhood.Credits:Presenter: Bryony GordonGuest: Sarah HooverProducer: Jonathan O’SullivanAudio & Video Editor: Luke ShelleyExecutive Producer: Mike WoollerStudio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Life of YOU!The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s messier moments.Together, we answer your questions about what happens when life doesn’t go to plan, how to reconnect with people when you feel like a guest in your own world, and why giving yourself permission to rest isn’t failure—it’s healing.WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Delta Goodrem🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MY GUEST THIS WEEK: DELTA GOODREMThis week, I’m joined by singer, songwriter, and Australian icon Delta Goodrem—whose career began in her teens, soared with chart-topping hits, and then took a shocking turn. Diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma at just 18, Delta was forced to step away from the spotlight just as her music was going global.We talk about what it’s like to lose your voice—literally. In her thirties, Delta underwent surgery that left her unable to speak, let alone sing, forcing her to re-learn how to communicate. We talk about the strength it takes to survive something like that not once, but twice—and how both of those moments reshaped her sense of self.She tells me about the viral Beyoncé concert clip that turned her into a meme—and why it ended up being one of the most liberating moments of her life. LET’S STAY IN TOUCH🗣 Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk.If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might need a boost of Delta’s energy—it really makes a difference!Bryony xxBOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE📚 Bridge Over Troubled Dreams by Delta GoodremA deeply personal memoir exploring music, healing, and finding your voice.CREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Delta Goodrem🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Life of YOU!The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and talk through life’s trickier bits.This week, I’m joined by Davinia Taylor—actress, author, biohacker and proud roast dinner lover. Her book Future Proof is packed with great tips for boosting energy, managing cravings and building resilience.Today:🍷 Amanda gave up alcohol two years ago but the cravings are back—how can she remind herself what she really needs in moments of stress?🧠 A listener in her early 40s asks if brain fog is just tiredness, or something more—could it be perimenopause?WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣️ Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙️ Guest: Davinia Taylor🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm📢 Executive Producer: Mike WoollerA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MY GUEST THIS WEEK: DAVINIA TAYLORThis week, I’m joined by Davinia Taylor—author, entrepreneur and biohacking enthusiast—who’s on a mission to help people feel better in their bodies, minds and lives.We talk about how Davinia went from hangovers to cold plunges and beef collagen. Her new book Futureproof shares practical ways to reclaim your health, from balancing hormones and improving your gut to lifting weights and eating proper food. She explains why Sunday roasts are underrated, how to build muscle in your 40s, and what to do if you feel like you’ve gone too far to come back.We also explore the link between stress and food addiction, why cravings are not your fault, and how even the darkest days can be turned around with a few simple actions. Whether you’re struggling with low energy, overwhelmed by the wellness world, or just curious about living a more vibrant life, this conversation is honest, uplifting and full of realistic advice. Roast dinner optional.LET’S STAY IN TOUCH🗣 Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk.If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might need a little encouragement to feel good in their body again—it really makes a difference.Bryony xxBOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE📚 Futureproof by Davinia TaylorA refreshingly no-nonsense guide to biohacking your health, energy and mood—starting with the food on your plate.CREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Davinia Taylor🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Life of YOU!The bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s trickier moments.This week, I’m joined by Amanza Smith—star of Selling Sunset, interior designer and fine artist. Amanza opens up about navigating loneliness, motherhood, and identity after heartbreak, as well as the importance of choosing yourself—especially when time and energy are in short supply.Together, we answer your questions about guilt, self-expression and rediscovering your style when you’re starting from scratch. Today:💬 An overwhelmed single mum wants to sketch in her free time—but feels guilty for doing something she enjoys. How can she overcome that guilt?🛋️ A newly single 41-year-old has moved into her first solo home but feels lost without a personal style. Is it too late to discover one?WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Amanza Smith🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MY GUEST THIS WEEK: AMANZA SMITHThis week, I’m joined by Amanza Smith—artist, interior designer, and star of Netflix’s Selling Sunset. You might know her for her bold fashion, razor-sharp wit, and interior know-how—but there’s so much more to Amanza’s story.In this episode, she opens up with extraordinary honesty about her childhood abuse, addiction, and mental health struggles. Amanza tells me why she almost didn’t make it to 30—and how becoming a mother gave her the strength to face her past. For anyone who’s ever hit rock bottom, Amanza’s journey is a powerful reminder that healing is possible.LET’S STAY IN TOUCH🗣 Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk.If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might find Amanza’s story helpful—it really makes a difference!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🎙 Guest: Amanza Smith🎧 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🎥 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike Wooller🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam ChisholmA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The Life of YOU — the bonus series where we tackle your dilemmas and share advice to navigate life’s messier moments.This week, I’m joined again by presenter, author and podcast queen Vogue Williams, whose latest book Big Mouth is a tribute to living unapologetically, surviving chaos, and saying the things others are too afraid to.Together we answer your questions about being labelled ‘too much’, dealing with mum guilt, and why trying to ‘have it all’ is a myth women are still burdened with. Vogue talks about what it means to grow up loud, feel shame for taking up space, and how to let go of the people who make you feel small.We also share how many unread WhatsApps we each have, which is a lot.Today:💬 Tanya asks how to stop apologising for being “too much” 🍼 Jade wants help managing the constant guilt of single motherhood and feeling like she’s always failingWE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.ukIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xxCREDITS🎙 Presenter: Bryony Gordon🧑‍ Guest: Vogue Williams📝 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🛠️ Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm🎧 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike WoollerA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MY GUEST THIS WEEK: VOGUE WILLIAMSThis week, I’m joined by podcast royalty Vogue Williams—broadcaster, writer, and co-host of My Therapist Ghosted Me—whose hilarious new memoir Big Mouth is packed with outrageous stories, unflinching honesty, and the kind of emotional truth that sneaks up on you.We talk about growing up in 90s Ireland, why Irish funerals are unexpectedly joyful, and how Vogue’s chaotic first wedding helped her realise what she really wanted in a partner. She opens up about the long illness and death of her beloved father, the anxiety that followed, and how writing became the only thing that quieted her mind.Vogue also shares what it’s like navigating fame, gossip, and mum-life while trying to stay grounded—and why she’ll always keep beta blockers in the bathroom cupboard, just in case.If you’ve ever struggled with grief, anxiety, or just trying to hold everything together while making people laugh, Vogue’s mix of humour and honesty will speak to you.LET’S STAY IN TOUCH🗣 Got something to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB.💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB📧 Prefer email? Drop me a line at lifeofbryony@dailymail.co.uk.If you enjoyed this episode, share it with someone who might need a laugh or a little reassurance—it really helps the show reach more people.Bryony xxBOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE📚 Big Mouth by Vogue WilliamsA sharp, funny and unexpectedly moving memoir from the Irish presenter and podcast host.Buy here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/big-mouth/vogue-williams/9780008743376 CREDITS🎙️ Presenter: Bryony Gordon🧑‍ Guest: Vogue Williams📝 Content Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan🛠️Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm🎧 Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley📢 Executive Producer: Mike WoollerA Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.