Begin Again with Davina McCall

In this episode of Begin Again, Mel Robbins reveals how she escaped £800,000 in debt, overcame crippling anxiety, and rebuilt her life using a simple tool known as the 5 Second Rule. She opens up about hitting rock bottom, the moment that sparked her transformation, and why waiting to “feel ready” is a lie. Mel also shares the science behind breaking bad habits and how small, consistent actions create real change. The conversation also dives into Mel’s viral “Let Them” Theory—a powerful mindset shift that’s helping millions let go of control and heal their relationships. From navigating marriage struggles and parenting challenges to building inner peace, Mel offers hard-earned wisdom, practical tools, and emotional honesty. This is a must-watch for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to begin again. 🎙️ Drop a comment: What’s Your Biggest takeaway? Follow me here: www.instagram.com/beginagain https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod "Let Them" Available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Let-Them-Theory-Life-Changing-Millions/dp/1788176189/ref=tmm[…]1OoSw1UBXmoh1rOflxcVGDm_jVjrYTds--OUYM&qid=1749572663&sr=8-1 (00:00:00:00) Intro (00:00:03:02) Coming Up... (00:01:12:07) Gratitude (00:01:40:02) Becoming Mel Robbins (00:07:05:17) Mel's Personal Journey and Finding Motivation (00:14:33:09) How I Got Out of $800,000 in Debt (00:17:44:17) Being the Villain of Your Own Story (00:19:09:21) Talking About Family (00:20:14:17) 5 Second Theory (00:27:52:07) Ancient & Brave Ad (00:29:21:16) TEDx Talk in 2011 (00:33:47:06) Science Behind the 5 Second Theory (00:35:59:05) Understanding Motivation and What Holds Us Back (00:37:57:13) Let Them Theory (00:41:16:00) Control, Power, and Relationships (00:47:52:05) When 'Let Them' Becomes 'Let Me' (00:52:36:12) Mel on Working with Her Daughter & Breakups (01:00:54:12) Applying the Let Them Theory to Children (01:04:52:06) Dealing with a Fight or Flight Mentality (01:12:56:23) Navigating Adult Friendships Sponsored by: Ancient + Brave - https://ancientandbrave.earth/pages/planet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Piper shares her incredible journey of resilience after surviving a horrific acid attack. She discusses overcoming agoraphobia, navigating extensive surgeries, and embracing her transformed identity. Katie reflects on how faith became a cornerstone of her healing process. With humor and warmth, she recounts finding love and the joys of motherhood. The conversation dives into societal pressures around beauty and the importance of self-acceptance. Through her heartfelt narrative, she emphasizes the complexities of recovery and the power of connection.

Dr. Hazel Wallace, a women's health expert and author of 'It's Not Just a Period,' shares her journey from personal loss to medicine. She discusses the alarming misdiagnosis of women in healthcare and why reliable health information is critical. Hazel reveals her decision to freeze her eggs and educates on the emotional complexity of the process. The conversation also highlights the importance of open discussions around women’s health, aiming to challenge societal biases and empower women to advocate for their bodies.

Jamie Theakston, a broadcaster known for his energetic presence on Heart Radio, opens up about his life-altering cancer diagnosis. He shares the emotional weight of informing his family while navigating his mother’s loss and his father’s battle with Alzheimer’s. Jamie highlights how these profound challenges shifted his outlook on life, urging him to cherish every moment with his loved ones. With honesty and vulnerability, he emphasizes the power of family support and the importance of early cancer detection.

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with internationally renowned sex and relationships expert Tracey Cox for a bold and enlightening conversation about the myths that sabotage our most intimate connections. Tracey shares decades of insight into what really drives desire, why so many couples lose their spark, and how outdated beliefs about sex, orgasms, and aging are quietly damaging our relationships. With honesty, humour, and hard truths, she explains how midlife can be the beginning of your best sex yet — if you’re willing to unlearn what you’ve been taught. Together, Davina and Tracey explore the psychology of attraction, the silent killers of intimacy, and the emotional blocks that stop us from asking for what we want in bed. They uncover how shame, performance pressure, and unspoken expectations hold us back — and what it really takes to feel empowered, connected, and satisfied. This is a conversation about rewriting the rules, reclaiming your pleasure, and reimagining what intimacy can look like at any age. Brave, liberating, and packed with wisdom — Tracey’s message is a wake-up call to anyone who wants more from their love life. 📢 We’d love to hear from you: What’s one sex myth you’re ready to leave behind? Follow me here: www.instagram.com/beginagain https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) Intro   (01:54) Meet Tracey Cox: Sex & Relationships Expert   (03:34) How to Talk to Kids About Sex   (15:14) Rethinking the Orgasm Experience   (20:11) Is Porn Numbing Our Sexual Desire?   (23:00) Keeping Your Sex Life Alive Long-Term   (37:35) Vaginal Health Essentials Every Woman Should Know   (41:42) Facing Bedroom Performance Pressure   (43:04) Erotica, Fantasy, and Reigniting Desire   (49:24) Understanding 'Sexless' Relationships   (56:30) Spontaneous vs. Planned Sex: What Works Best?   (58:54) Love Languages Decoded for Better Intimacy   (1:02:07) Sex After 50: What Changes and What Doesn’t   (1:06:11) Inside Open Relationships: Polyamory & More   (1:14:58) Lubrication Myths Busted and Facts That Matter   (1:19:47) Men's Libido, Testosterone & Sexual Health   (1:24:38) What Viagra Really Does (and Doesn’t)   (1:27:32) Can You Truly Recover from Cheating?   (1:33:52) Tracey’s Top 5 Game-Changing Sex Tips   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with world-renowned happiness expert, bestselling author, and leadership coach Robin Sharma for a powerful and heartfelt conversation about how we can all live more meaningful, joyful lives. Robin shares the transformative lessons that reshaped his own path — from breaking free of fear and self-doubt, to embracing silence, journaling, spiritual practice, and daily routines as tools for happiness and self-mastery. With his signature mix of depth and clarity, he explains how small shifts in mindset and behaviour can lead to radical change — no matter your age or stage in life. Together, Davina and Robin explore the truth about reinvention, the neuroscience of fulfilment, and the emotional power of letting go of what no longer serves you. They unpack how to parent with purpose, create space for stillness, and age with intention and grace — while staying connected to your deepest values. This is a conversation about starting over, showing up, and choosing joy on purpose. Grounded, inspiring, and rich with wisdom — Robin’s message is a timely reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. 📢 We’d love to hear from you: What’s one habit you’ll adopt to boost your happiness after listening? Robin’s mentoring programme The Deep Magic of Daily Consistency, is available now with 10% off for Begin Again Listeners at: https://bolindaoriginals.supercast.com/?coupon=DAVINA Follow me here: www.instagram.com/beginagain https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod   (00:00) Intro (01:02) Robin’s Life Transformation (02:23) A Special Gift for Davina (03:24) Faith and Bold Life Choices (08:20) Starting Over in Midlife (09:41) 5 Questions to Start Your Day (13:22) Rewire Your Brain for New Thinking (17:26) Managing Stress and Recovery (20:43) Digital Detox and Boundaries (32:31) Indeed Ad (34:04) Overcoming Victim Mindset (38:03) Letting Go of the Past (43:54) Purposeful Parenting (48:50) Robin’s Morning MVP Routine (54:40) Spirituality and Daily Prayer (56:50) How Words Shape Self-Belief (1:02:52) Journaling for Mental Clarity (1:07:04) Fitness and Health Habits (1:12:39) Power of Silence (1:14:17) Aging Gracefully (1:27:05) Robin’s Advice on Love (1:39:03) Davina’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Indeed - https://indeed.com/beginagain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deborah Frances-White, the witty comedian and author behind The Guilty Feminist, shares her transformative journey from a high-control religious group to embracing her true self. She delves into the importance of engaging in difficult conversations about identity, gender, and belonging. With humor and vulnerability, Deborah discusses how comedy helped her break free and explore profound topics, including the nuances of feminism and the significance of personal storytelling. This dialogue encourages listeners to confront what they often avoid, leading to deeper connections and growth.

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with the brilliant Kimberley Wilson — Chartered Psychologist, brain health expert, and author — for a powerful conversation about the science of the mind, and how we can all take better care of our brains.Kimberly unpacks the latest research around dementia, and challenges the idea that brain decline is just an inevitable part of aging. Instead, she offers practical, science-backed strategies that put the power back in our hands. In this honest and enlightening discussion, Kimberley explains why what we eat, how we sleep, how we move — and how we feel — all play a vital role in protecting our minds. She talks candidly about the myths we’ve been told about memory, menopause, and mental wellbeing, and why it’s never too early — or too late — to start caring for our brains.This is a conversation about ownership, understanding, and the radical potential of prevention. Bringing clarity, calm, and compassion to a topic that affects us all — and her message is as inspiring as it is empowering.📢 Drop a comment: How much focus do you put on Brain health & what’s your biggest takeaway? Follow me here:www.instagram.com/beginagainhttps://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod  (00:00) Intro (01:28) Davina Introduction (03:36) Why Our Brains Are Always Hungry (10:12) Connecting Nutrition and Mental Health (11:23) The Rise of Dementia and Its Impact on Women (18:43) How Stress Affects the Body (22:29) Aging, Fear, and Self-Perception (26:03) Why Brain Health Depends on Nutrition (32:53) The Wonders of the Brain (37:11) Life 360 Ad (38:17) What Supplements Should You Be Taking? (44:24) The Importance of Exercise for Mental Health (49:44) The Vagus Nerve Explained (54:30) Emotions and Their Connection to the Body (1:00:15) How to Talk to Children About Their Bodies (1:04:34) The Truth About Fasting (1:11:06) How to Eat More Nutritiously (1:16:33) Final Thoughts and Key TakeawaysSponsored by:Life360 - https://www.life360.com/uk/  Download Life360 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with old friend and renowned chef and TV personality, Andi Oliver, to discuss the challenges that shaped her life and career. Andi opens up about her difficult childhood, her early experiences with racism, and the impact these had on her journey. She reflects on her time in the pioneering band Rip Rig + Panic and the profound loss of her older brother, Sean, whose passing led Andi to struggle with an eating disorder. Through it all, Andi has repeatedly reinvented herself, embracing the ethos that “you just have to do it, even if it scares you.” In this candid conversation, Andi shares how she has navigated grief, growth, and the constant reinvention of her life, emerging as a powerful and inspiring figure who continues to face each challenge with resilience and determination.📢 Drop a comment: What’s your biggest takeaway?Follow me here:www.instagram.com/beginagainhttps://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (00:00) Intro  (02:33) Davina and Andi Reunite  (03:31) Childhood Memories  (04:10) Growing Up in Cyprus  (09:21) Returning to 70s Britain: Racism and Escapism  (14:41) Moving to London at 16: A New Beginning  (24:59) Motherhood, Career Risks, and Personal Growth  (28:32) London’s Music Scene and Meeting Neneh Cherry  (31:08) Ancient & Brave Ad  (45:15) Impact of Sickle Cell and the Death of Andi's Brother Sean  (46:37) Coping With Loss: Remembering Sean Oliver  (54:00) Overcoming an Eating Disorder and Rediscovering a Love for Food  (01:06:21) Finding Broadcasting  (01:20:56) Cooking as Art and Creative Expression  (01:24:22) Andi and Miquita’s Journey Through the Caribbean  (01:26:06) Overcoming Fear and Hosting Primetime TV  (01:30:34) The Journey To Self Love(01:44:52) Key Takeaway's  Sponsored by:Ancient + Brave - https://ancientandbrave.earth/pages/planet  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Begin Again, Davina McCall sits down with Trisha Goddard, the renowned TV host and mental health advocate, to discuss her experience after being diagnosed with cancer for the second time. Trisha opens up about her decision to join Big Brother despite living with a life-limiting illness, sharing the strength and perspective that led her to make this choice. Alongside her, Trisha’s daughter, Billie, offers an honest look at what it’s like to be the family member of someone living with cancer. Together, they explore the complexities of illness, the importance of living authentically, and finding purpose in uncertain times. This episode is a candid conversation about the realities of living with cancer and the unbreakable bond between mother and daughter.📢 Drop a comment: What’s your biggest takeaway?Follow me here:www.instagram.com/beginagainhttps://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod Maggie’s: https://www.maggies.org/cancer-support/ (00:00:44) Intro(00:02:44) Joining Celebrity Big Brother(00:08:52) Parents and Childhood(00:13:00) Having Masculine Energy(00:15:29) Trisha's Childhood in East Africa(00:16:43) Close Maternal Bond(00:17:24) Overcoming Racial Abuse & Childhood Trauma(00:25:32) Death of Her Mother(00:30:04) Adobe Ad(00:31:08) Ancient & Brave Ad(00:32:24) Trisha's Accident and Cancer Diagnosis(00:37:33) Wedding to Her Current Husband(00:41:30) Working During Cancer Treatment(00:43:42) Language Around Cancer(00:55:47) Losing Friendships in Turmoil(01:00:28) Challenges in Asking for Help(01:04:05) The ‘Gifts’ of Cancer(01:07:28) Finding Her Soulmate(01:13:18) Why I Don’t Have a Bucket List!(01:15:03) Why I’m Doing Big Brother!(01:17:35) How Has the Diagnosis Changed You?(01:19:23) Trisha's Daughter Billie Joins(01:35:33) Davina’s Final ThoughtsSponsored by:Adobe - https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/ Ancient + Brave - https://ancientandbrave.earth/pages/planet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices