

Stompcast
Dr Alex George
Our mind and body can be transformed through the simple act of walking. That’s why Dr Alex George has made this new, ambient podcast. It supports his mission to get us all out stomping, so whether you’re taking the dog out, hiking up a mountain or maybe you simply need some fresh air, Dr Alex and his guests will be here every week as your loyal stomping companions. Every week Dr Alex George is joined by a guest to find out how we can use their expertise to help us become a healthier version of ourselves, mentally and physically. You’ll wind through uplifting and thought-provoking conversations with a soothing backdrop of birdsong, crashing waves or the breeze gently rustling through leaves. Each episode is split into three parts, designed to be listened to on three short stomps, or one long one. So put on your headphones, follow @thestompcast and join us on a good old stomp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Nov 13, 2023 • 28min
Pt 2: Dr Zoe on her ‘JFDI’ mindset
In part 2, Dr Zoe shares how she took a risk by pausing her medical training to become Amazon on Sky 1’s Gladiators.Zoe reveals how she fell into her TV career, what the gruelling audition process for Gladiators was like and the pair share their thoughts on the law of attraction. Plus, Dr Zoe exclusively reveals her family's plans to live abroad in search of a better quality of life with more time together, fresh food and sunshine! Pick up Dr Zoe’s Book You Grow Girl!: The Complete No Worries Guide to Growing Up and follow @drzoewilliams and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 13, 2023 • 16min
Pt 3: Why does Dr Zoe want to move away from the UK?
In part 3, Dr Zoe tells Alex about her plans to live as a digital nomad and embrace more time with her family. Zoe and Alex discuss Zoe’s book You Grow Girl!: The Complete No Worries Guide to Growing Up, the importance of sharing personal accounts as well as reliable information and we finally get to the bottom of how old the Crystal Palace dinosaurs are. Follow @drzoewilliams and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 8, 2023 • 17min
Pt 3: Learning to Find Joy Through Tough Times with Sophie Butler
In part 3, Sophie Butler tells Dr Alex George her ultimate life lessons after her accident left her paralysed.Sophie and Alex discuss why she’s moved away from educating her followers, the importance of humour even in the most difficult situations and their shared love of Taylor Swift. Follow @sophjbutler and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 7, 2023 • 19min
Pt 2: How to Talk to Someone About Disability with Sophie Butler
In part 2, Sophie Butler shares her thoughts on the controversial disability awareness campaign #AskDontAssume. Sophie explains the misogyny disabled women experience, why it’s important to understand there is no universal experience and what are the right questions able-bodied people should be asking. Follow @sophjbutler and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 6, 2023 • 23min
Pt 1: From Setback to Strength: Sophie Butler on Life After Paralysis
Disability, fashion and wellbeing influencer, Sophie Butler, joins Dr Alex George for a stomp around Greenwich Park. Sophie explains how nature can often be difficult to enjoy as a wheelchair user, how she looked after her mental health after her accident and how she avoids comparison on social media. Follow @sophjbutler and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 1, 2023 • 16min
Pt 3: Winning Olympic Gold, is it worth it? with Chris Boardman
Chris Boardman shares his surprising feelings after bringing home Team GB’s first Olympic gold medal in cycling in 72 years.Chris shares why his medals aren’t pride of place in his home, the importance of the Tour de France over the Olympics for cyclists and how a chippy was where his success really sunk in. Follow @chris_boardmanbikes, @activetravelengland and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 31, 2023 • 28min
Pt 2: Healthy Ways to Get a Dopamine Hit with Chris Boardman
In part 2, Chris and Alex get psychological as they talk about human nature and our natural bias for choosing the easiest option. Chris shares his thoughts on the importance of language when trying to get people to be more active, constructive ways to get the dopamine hits we all crave and how to get more cyclists on our roads safely. Chris also talks through the elaborate stages of The Tour de France (which were surely thought up in a pub!), forming temporary race alliances and where cyclists wee on an 8-hour race!Follow @chris_boardmanbikes, @activetravelengland and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast For children, you can pick up Dr Alex’s new handbook, ‘A Better Day: Your Positive Mental Health Handbook’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 2023 • 24min
Pt 1: Is Cycling on the Road Actually Good for Your Health? with Chris Boardman
Olympic gold medalist, National Travel commissioner and world cycling champion, Chris Boardman joins Alex for a wander along the canals of North London. Chris describes how he’s gone from gold medals to working towards safer cycling, why even as a world champion he feels unsafe riding his bike and why making helmets mandatory actually puts people off cycling. Follow @chris_boardmanbikes, @activetravelengland and the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 2023 • 25min
Pt 3: How to Rebuild Your Confidence with Katie Piper
In the final part of the stomp, Katie Piper tells Dr Alex about filming her documentary ‘Jailhouse Mums’ and the heartbreaking scenes that shaped her opinion on prison reform and drug addiction. Katie shares what she’s learnt about how one wrong decision can change the course of a life, the confidence she’s gained from weightlifting and her work with The Katie Piper Foundation which earned her an OBE.Grab a copy of Katie’s book ‘A Little Bit of Hope’For children, you can pick up Katie’s ‘All You Need’ and Dr Alex’s ‘A Better Day: Your Positive Mental Health Handbook’TW: This episode discusses drug useLINKS: Frank: Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.Narcotics Anonymous: Support for anyone who wants to stop using drugs.Mind: List of organisations who offer support for recreational drug and alcohol addiction, including organisations who can help if you are supporting someone else. Mind: List of organisations who offer support for recreational drug and alcohol addiction, including organisations who can help if you are supporting someone else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 2023 • 26min
Pt 2: You Are Worth More than Your Appearance with Katie Piper
In part 2, Katie Piper and Dr Alex share the impact their skin had on their self-esteem. The pair discuss finding a skincare routine that’s as unique as you are, the time they’ve wasted on perfectionism and the pitfall of getting your self-worth from your appearance. Katie also opens up about how massaging her face helped her reconnect to her identity, the psychology of getting dressed up for yourself and the clumsy comments people have made about her appearance. Check out The Katie Piper Foundation and Katie’s work for a brighter future for all survivors of burns and scars. Follow @katiepiper_ and The Stompcast @thestompcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.