

The Emma Guns Show
Emma Gunavardhana
If you're in the mood for a deep and meaningful then this is the podcast for you. Every week, broadcaster and journalist Emma Gunavardhana has an intimate conversation with her guest about the risks they've taken, struggles they've had to overcome, successes they are proud of and much more before they tell us about a time when they were wrong, and what they learned from it.Watch clips from the show on Youtube The Emma Guns ShowFollow Emma on Instagram @emmagunsJoin the podcast's Facebook group The Emma Guns Show | The Forum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 15, 2024 • 1h 16min
Joanna Jensen | The Integrity of Business
I had so much fun chatting with Joanna Jensen. Not only is she the founder of one of the most successful brands of recent years, Child's Farm, she's also an open book and, as you can hear in this conversation, will to talk about anything. Whether it's the ethics behind a sustainable brand, generational shifts in work ethic or how to consume mindfully, she has a well-formed opinion on everything.To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 2024 • 15min
Bullet Points | Beware Self-Help Gurus
Beware self-help gurus and other musings about personal development and self-improvement that we're all susceptible to in January...To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 8, 2024 • 1h 19min
Laura Adlington | Yo-Yo Dieting, Fatphobia and Body Acceptance.
Conversations about weight, size and shape have never been more loaded or volatile, which is why I am so pleased to have had Laura Adlington on the podcast. This felt like a really important conversation about the complex issues about weight, body shape, size and everything that goes hand-in-hand with complex and toxic relationships with and around food. Whether it's addiction, eating disorder or mental illness, it's something that can be all-consuming and life-limiting. Laura has interrogated her relationship with her own body and food issues in her book Diet Starts Monday, but also takes a closer look at the ways in which diet culture and anti-fat bias seep into our consciousness and make us feel less than.To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 2024 • 17min
Bullet Points | Why you should try a social media detox.
Taking a month away from instagram felt impossible, but as I quickly learned, a lot of good came out of stepping back from social media...To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 1, 2024 • 11min
Solo Episode | New Year, New You?
It's 1st January, which means you're probably being bombarded with lots of 'new year, new you' messaging and potentially feeling as though there's something about yourself you need to change or improve upon. Well, I reject this idea. Instead of searching for flaws, let's celebrate all the things we know to be true having lived our lives and made mistakes.To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 29, 2023 • 1h 8min
Bonus Episode | Amanda Cronin on creating a beauty brand and finding her 'thing' after divorce.
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Dec 26, 2023 • 1h 2min
Bonus Episode | Emmett de Monterey on going viral, finding your place in the world and overcoming adversity.
Emmett De Monterey shares their extraordinary story of resilience and overcoming challenges, discussing topics such as disability, identity, mortality, spending habits, accountability, prejudices faced by disabled individuals, and the importance of open communication.

Dec 21, 2023 • 11min
Bullet Points | You don't want to miss this!
Andrea McLean, Dean Piper, Mandy Hickson, Jodie Cariss, and Michael Douglas join The Emma Guns Show for captivating conversations on journalism, mental health, and personal stories. The host reflects on memorable episodes and enlightening guests from the past year. From impactful celebrity journalism to valuable insights on karma, this podcast offers hope and inspiration. Dive into innovative services at pharmacies and enjoy the podcast while doing your holiday tasks.

Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 9min
Joe Nucci | Are you defined by your trauma?
Joe Nucci, mental health advocate, challenges the idea of being defined by trauma. He discusses the misuse of psychological terms and the impact of trauma on the nervous system. The podcast explores the intersection of personal experiences and evidence-based data in psychology. The speakers also touch on narcissism, digestive health, and the empath-narcissist dynamic. They discuss the creation of an AI therapy client and responsible content creation. The conversation wraps up with potential future projects.

Dec 14, 2023 • 11min
Bullet Points | The AI Episode
What would happen if you typed 'create a script for The Emma Guns Show podcast' into ChatGPT? Press play and you'll find out...To join the Facebook group for the podcast click here >> The Emma Guns Show Forum.To follow me on social media >> Twitter | Instagram.Watch clips from the podcast >> Youtube | The Emma Guns ShowSign up for my newsletter here >> Newsletter.Subscribe now.Hey! Why not share your thoughts and insights to make your listening experience even better. Complete this listener survey to tell me what you want to hear: http://bit.ly/theemmagunsshow-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.