The Dokkcast

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Where can I find a health podcast with advice from medical experts? The Dokkcast, hosted by Dr Nara Daubeney, brings doctors, clinicians and healthcare specialists into clear, engaging conversations about health. Each episode explores the evidence behind a topic and explains what it could mean for you. Listen to The Dokkcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube for thoughtful health information, without the hype. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 23 Sept

    Cancer Treatment and Heart Health: What Patients Need to Know

    Dr Alexander Lyon is a consultant cardiologist and clinical lead for the cardio-oncology service, based at Royal Brompton Hospital. https://www.rbht.nhs.uk/specialists/dr-alexander-lyon Some cancer treatments can affect the heart during treatment or even years later. In this episode of The Dokkcast, Dr Nara Daubeney speaks with Dr Alexander Lyon, consultant cardiologist at the Royal Brompton Hospital, about the rapidly developing field of cardio-oncology. They explore how chemotherapy, targeted therapies, hormone treatments, radiotherapy and immunotherapy can affect cardiovascular health, and how personalised risk assessments are helping patients receive effective cancer treatment more safely. Dr Lyon also explains the warning signs, the value of monitoring and why exercise, diet and other healthy choices can make a meaningful difference. This episode offers practical guidance for anyone undergoing cancer treatment, cancer survivors and those supporting a loved one through treatment. 00:00 - Introducing Dr Alexander Lyon and cardio-oncology 04:18 - Protecting the heart during cancer treatment 08:49 - What is heart failure? 12:30 - Balancing cancer treatment with cardiac risk 15:31 - Why cancer drugs can affect the heart 18:29 - The growing cardiovascular impact of cancer medicines 21:14 - Chemotherapy and long-term heart damage 25:06 - Targeted therapies, blood pressure and heart health 31:15 - Hormone therapies for breast and prostate cancer 35:29 - Radiotherapy and its long-term effects on the heart 39:58 - Assessing personal cardiovascular risk 41:46 - Exercise, diet and healthier cancer outcomes 45:02 - Making specialist cardio-oncology care widely available 49:58 - Guidelines, technology and the Onco Card 53:49 - The future of cancer immunotherapy 58:08 - Reverse cardio-oncology: can heart disease drive cancer? 01:01:38 - Practical advice for patients and cancer survivors The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 20 Aug

    Demystifying POTS: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Hope for Teenagers with Prof. Piers Daubeney

    In this episode of the Dokkcast, host Nara sits down with Professor Piers Daubeney, a world-renowned Consultant Paediatric and Fetal Cardiologist at the Royal Brompton Hospital and Imperial College London. Together, they untangle the complexities of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)—a frequently misunderstood condition that primarily affects teenagers and young adults. Prof. Daubeney breaks down the underlying physiology of POTS, explaining why the heart races when standing and how gravity affects circulation. He highlights the crucial differences between pediatric and adult POTS, details the standard diagnostic toolkit (including ECGs, Holter monitors, and tilt table tests), and outlines a structured ladder of treatment. From simple lifestyle shifts like increased salt intake and targeted hydration to advanced pharmaceutical interventions like Midodrine and Ivabradine, this episode provides a comprehensive roadmap for patients, parents, and healthcare providers. Prof. Daubeney also shares a powerful message of hope, reassuring families that the long-term prognosis for pediatric patients is exceptionally bright. 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:44 - What is POTS? 00:01:59 - Who gets POTS? 00:02:29 - Adults vs teenagers 00:03:45 - Symptoms overview 00:05:03 - How circulation fails 00:07:55 - Why symptoms vary 00:09:09 - Diagnosing POTS 00:10:13 - Ruling out other causes 00:11:41 - Key tests: ECG, echo, Holter 00:12:58 - The tilt table test 00:13:57 - Diagnostic criteria 00:16:11 - POTS vs orthostatic intolerance 00:18:12 - Life after diagnosis 00:19:06 - Fluids and salt intake 00:20:29 - Periods, iron and teenage girls 00:21:13 - Compression and movement 00:22:46 - Staying active 00:24:19 - POTS vs anxiety 00:25:02 - Prognosis and outlook 00:25:52 - Treatment: sodium tablets 00:26:21 - Medication options 00:27:11 - Slowing a racing heart 00:28:14 - Achieving good outcomes 00:29:02 - Referral pathways 00:30:31 - Reliable resources 00:31:09 - Adult vs paediatric POTS 00:33:13 - Autonomic dysregulation 00:35:21 - COVID-19 and POTS 00:37:30 - Myths and coexisting conditions 00:38:56 - The Netflix documentary 00:41:04 - Final advice The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 4 Aug

    The Science of Song & Speech: Unlocking Vocal Health with Leading Laryngologist Declan Costello

    What actually happens when we speak, sing, or lose our voice entirely? In this episode of the Dokkcast, host Nara is joined by Mr. Declan Costello—one of the UK’s leading ENT surgeons, laryngologists, and a classical singer himself. Declan demystifies the complex anatomy of the vocal folds, explaining how a simple "buzzing" sound is modulated into the rich timbres of speech and song. Drawing from his unique dual background as a Cambridge choral scholar and a specialist surgeon, he shares vital insights into vocal pathology, the profound impact of emotion on speech, and why the aging voice is a "use it or lose it" muscle. Whether you are a professional performer or someone who simply relies on your voice for everyday communication, this episode is an essential masterclass in vocal care, debunking common myths (like gargling salt water) and highlighting when a hoarse voice is actually a sign to see a specialist. Chapters 00:00 Intro — meet Declan Costello, ENT voice surgeon 00:43 What is the voice and how is it produced? 02:04 Vocal folds vs "vocal cords" — the real anatomy 03:42 Harmonics, overtones and vocal timbre explained 07:23 Vibrato — what it is and how singers control it 08:44 Singing in different languages 10:23 Declan's path from music at Cambridge to ENT surgery 13:38 What shows up on a singer's vocal cords 15:34 Stroboscopy — seeing the vocal cords in slow motion 16:16 Voice frequency and how voice is assessed (GRBAS scale) 18:18 Singers vs non-singers — why pathology differs 19:53 Vocal cord polyps — the Harry Kane example 21:31 Laryngeal papillomatosis — vocal cord warts 23:04 Hoarseness — when it could be something serious 24:21 Key takeaway: persistent hoarseness needs checking out 25:09 Emotional trauma and voice loss (aphonia) 27:17 Why getting checked early matters 28:24 Speech and language therapy — "physiotherapy for the voice" 29:34 Chronic throat clearing and the persistent cough cycle 30:50 Reflux, PPIs and throat symptoms 32:26 Hydration and vocal health 33:34 Steam inhalation for voice care 34:10 The "singer's formant" explained 35:58 Tonsillectomy considerations for singers 38:01 Globus pharyngeus — that "lump in the throat" feeling 39:54 How the voice changes with age 41:38 Retirement, muscle tone and "use it or lose it" 43:41 When should you actually see someone? 45:18 Common voice myths — gargling, aspirin, voice rest 46:13 Closing thoughts and wrap-up The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 15 Jul

    Beyond the Latch: The Truth About Breastfeeding, Tongue-Ties, and Mouth-Breathing Myths with Stacey Zimmels

    In this episode of The Dokkcast, host Nara is joined by Stacey Zimmels, a highly specialized pediatric speech and language therapist and lactation consultant. Together, they dive deep into the often confusing, advice-heavy world of infant feeding. From untangling the coordination of "suck, swallow, breathe" to busting the biggest myths around breastfeeding pain, tongue-ties, and baby-led weaning, this conversation provides a grounded, evidence-based roadmap for parents. They also tackle recent social media trends around mouth breathing, explaining the real science behind nasal breathing, large adenoids, and pediatric sleep. Whether you are navigating the early days of nursing, preparing to introduce solids, or wondering if your child's tongue-tie actually needs dividing, this episode offers compassionate, expert guidance without the guilt. Chapters 00:00 Welcome & Stacey's background (SLT + lactation consultant) 01:09 What speech and language therapists actually do 05:07 Becoming a lactation consultant 07:16 How breastfeeding problems present in clinic 09:47 Suck-swallow-breathe coordination & what's "normal" 14:29 What breast milk is (colostrum, foremilk/hindmilk, immunology) 19:08 When to seek help & the WHO breastfeeding guidelines 20:30 Breastfeeding myths (pain, hindmilk, "natural = easy") 27:38 Tongue ties: what they are & how they're assessed 44:09 Weaning: developmental readiness signs 46:50 Weaning myths (sleep, hunger, early starting) 51:43 Baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding vs. combination 55:48 Choking risk & food safety 60:00 Mouth breathing, nasal cycle & the "mouth taping" trend 69:30 Wrap-up The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 7 Jul

    From Boardroom to Chelsea Gold: Jenny Halpern-Prince on Lady Garden & Gynae Cancer Awareness

    Jenny Halpern-Prince built a PR agency from her kitchen table into a WPP-backed business — then co-founded Lady Garden, the charity breaking the silence around gynaecological cancers. In episode 9 of Dokkcast, Jenny joins us to talk about her career, her own health journey, and why 60 women being diagnosed and 21 dying every day in the UK from gynaecological cancers isn't talked about nearly enough. 00:00 Introduction 00:00:51 Early career: choosing Joseph over university 00:02:24 Lessons from a tough fashion retail culture 00:02:50 Setting up her own PR & comms agency at 23 00:06:59 Selling the business and growing with WPP 00:08:56 The charitable thread: Women's Aid, Great Ormond Street 00:10:12 Founding Access Aspiration (2012) 00:12:26 Lady Garden: the name and the mission 00:15:07 The origin story: Tamara Beckwith's mother 00:15:55 The numbers: 60 diagnosed, 21 deaths a day 00:17:36 Chelsea Flower Show: the gold-winning "Silent No More" garden 00:21:20 Male allyship and designer Darren Hawkes 00:23:27 Jenny's own health journey 00:25:46 The fertility journey begins 00:27:03 Twelve IVF rounds and twin daughters via surrogacy 00:27:35 A second surrogacy journey: son Marcus 00:28:02 Breaking the silence on pregnancy loss 00:30:13 The ambassador programme and the HPV vaccine gap 00:32:23 Celebrating ambassadors at the House of Commons 00:33:42 Access Aspiration's networking impact 00:37:41 How organisations can get involved 00:38:32 Emily Blaine's story and the Chelsea garden's inspiration 00:39:15 Gynae cancer symptoms to watch for 00:40:56 Lady Garden's NHS-backed chatbot 00:42:06 Launching the Lady Garden Tea Party 00:42:30 The T-shirt: names for the vulva, and losing the fear factor 00:43:41 Closing thoughts and what's next with Udokk Jenny Halpern-Prince is the co-founder of Lady Garden, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of gynaecological cancers, and founder of Access Aspiration, an education charity supporting social mobility through work placements. 🎧 Subscribe to Dokkcast for more conversations on health, wellbeing, and the people driving change. The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 30 Jun

    The Truth About GLP-1 Weight Loss: Nutrition, Muscle Loss & Ozempic with Dietitian Marcela Fiuza

    Losing weight can be tricky. We explore the risk of significant muscle loss during dieting and regaining fat, potentially leading to sarcopenic obesity (a condition characterized by the concurrent presence of excess body fat (obesity) and a low mass, quality, and function of skeletal muscle (sarcopenia). It creates a vicious cycle: muscle loss reduces mobility and energy expenditure, which promotes further fat gain.) Learn the hidden dangers and what to watch out for. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to GLP-1 and Women's Health12:15 Nutritional Impacts of GLP-122:51 Protein Needs and Muscle Preservation34:11 Long-term Considerations and Self-Image The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 23 Jun

    Marcela Fiuza: Perimenopause Nutrition. Why Weight Changes in Your 40s

    Perimenopause Nutrition: Why Weight Changes in Your 40s (Protein, Fiber, and Metabolism) 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:25 Marcella’s Career Journey02:30 Focus on Women in Their 40s03:33 Menopause and Perimenopause Explained05:54 Hormone Fluctuations and Symptoms08:38 Weight Gain Complaints and Causes10:56 Aging vs Menopause Metabolism12:56 Visceral Fat and Heart Risk16:22 Diet Patterns Protein and Fiber19:57 Food Diaries and Evening Pitfalls21:35 Balance Meals Early22:01 Realistic Planning Tips22:21 Protein Basics Explained23:54 Plant vs Animal Protein26:17 Vegetarian Protein Combos27:25 Protein Needs in Menopause28:33 Fiber 101 and Sources30:33 Why Fiber Matters32:09 Build Better Plates Fast34:09 Sleep Stress and HRT36:40 DIY Food Diary Method38:49 Myth Bust Eat Less Move More42:38 Reset Expectations and Wrap The internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 28 May

    Dr Laura Wood - The Menopause Conversation Your Doctor Should Be Having With You

    Most women expect menopause to mean hot flushes and the end of their periods. The reality is far more complex — and far more consequential — than that. In this episode, Professor Nara Daubeney is joined by Dr Laura Wood, specialist GP at Muse Medical and menopause expert, for a comprehensive and myth-busting conversation about what menopause actually is, what it does to your body, and what you can do about it. They cover the difference between perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms like anxiety, poor sleep and weight gain are often missed or misattributed, why blood tests alone aren't reliable for diagnosis, and what a proper holistic workup actually looks like. Dr Laura also explains the real risks and benefits of HRT — including why a 25-year-old study still shapes how millions of women think about it today, the truth about breast cancer risk in context, and why women are 30 times more likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than breast cancer. Plus: vaginal estrogen, testosterone, bone health, cardiovascular risk, and why there are no prizes for suffering in silence. (00:00) - Dokkcast - Dr Laura Wood(00:26) - Meet Dr Laura Wood(01:26) - Menopause Defined(04:24) - Eggs Ovulation Changes(05:51) - Hormones And Testing(10:18) - Symptoms And Workup(15:04) - Vaginal Health Talk(21:18) - HRT Options Explained(27:11) - Vaginal Estrogen How To(28:15) - Bone Health After Menopause(29:00) - Estrogen and Bone Loss(29:41) - Hip Fracture Reality Check(30:29) - Strength Training for Bones(31:30) - Menopause and Heart Risk(34:15) - HRT Window for Prevention(37:48) - Bone Scans and Screening Gaps(38:51) - HRT Risks and WHI Study(41:28) - Breast Cancer Risk in Context(44:19) - Non Hormonal Options(47:19) - Testosterone for Women(51:35) - Best Menopause Care Spending(54:04) - Menopause at Work Rights(56:49) - How Long to Stay on HRT(58:12) - Final Takeaways and GoodbyeThe internet isn’t short on wellness advice – it’s short on trust.Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever. Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Where can I find a health podcast with advice from medical experts? The Dokkcast, hosted by Dr Nara Daubeney, brings doctors, clinicians and healthcare specialists into clear, engaging conversations about health. Each episode explores the evidence behind a topic and explains what it could mean for you. Listen to The Dokkcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube for thoughtful health information, without the hype. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Udokk
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
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