The Mid•Point with Gabby Logan

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The Mid•Point with Gabby Logan

Gabby Logan is middle-aged and unashamed.But what does it mean to be at the halfway stage of your life? Here, Gabby talks candidly to well-known faces about their own midlife challenges and expectations, drawing on the advice of experts from sleep gurus, nutritionists, and doctors specialising on hormone treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Francesca Rowan-Plowden

    If you’re missing The Traitors, we’ve got just the thing for you… Gabby’s guest this week is S3 finalist, Frankie Rowan-Plowden. We get the lowdown on why Frankie decided to apply for the show, how she kept it a secret from her four sons, and the (surprising) key to her fashion choices within the castle! Frankie also shares how she survived to the end of the show, what she has learned about gut health since her recent ADHD diagnosis, and why midlife was the perfect time to embark on something daring and outside of her comfort zone! She might inspire you to do the same… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  2. 5 FEB

    Jennie Gow

    Jennie Gow is a journalist and broadcaster who has been covering motorsport for over a decade, and is an expert on all things Formula 1. But fast cars are not the main focus of today’s episode; she joins Gabby to talk about an experience away from the track that she never envisaged happening to her at the midpoint. At the age of 45, Jennie suffered a stroke, and has been learning how to walk and talk again over the last two years. Jennie describes what it was like for her; why getting angry helped her find her voice again; and the impact its had on her relationship with her young daughter. She also speaks about her remarkable journey back to broadcasting and her first interview with Lewis Hamilton, why she cries at everything now, and has absolutely no idea what to expect from the menopause as a stroke survivor! Jennie’s story is one of survival, love, and determination, which is not to be missed.   Remember, the FAST acronym (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) is a test to quickly identify the three most common signs of stroke. Face weakness: Can the person smile? Has their mouth or eye drooped?Arm weakness: Can the person raise both arms fully and keep them there?Speech problems: Can the person speak clearly and understand what you say? Is their speech slurred?Time to call 999: if you see any one of these signs. Jennie’s book How to Read F1: Everything you need to know about racing in the fast lane is available now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  3. 29 JAN

    Dame Kelly Holmes

    Double Olympic champion, Dame Kelly Holmes, joins Gabby to talk about why she is truly living her best life at the midpoint. Kelly explains how she became consumed by fear of being outed and lived like a recluse after her huge success in Athens, but the death of her mum coupled with the pandemic in 2020, brought her to her lowest point and she reluctantly sought psychological help which changed the trajectory of her life. Now she is living more authentically than ever, and learning how she used her sporting success as a mask to hide behind. They also talk about taking the menopause month by month, getting competitive at Park Run, and Kelly’s views on the importance of doing things to keep yourself feeling youthful.  Warning: There are references to suicidal thoughts in this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m

  4. 22 JAN

    Dr Linda Papadopoulos on Body Image and Social Media

    Psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos has been looking into the cognitive impact of self-perception for many years, and so in this episode, we put your questions on body image directly to her, and discuss some of the challenges that are unique to midlife when it comes to accepting how we look. Gabby and Linda talk about how confidence can impact so many things, and why it’s important we manage the way we speak to ourselves - the only thing we can truly control! They also discuss the impact that social media can have on how we feel about ourselves, and ways to build digital resilience and protect ourselves - and our loved ones - online. Linda shares a little about what she has discovered from studying psychodermatology over the last two decades, and explains how our thoughts have a tangible impact on our bodies, especially when it comes to our skin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  5. 15 JAN

    Nicki Chapman

    Nicki Chapman joins Gabby this week to share what it was like promoting the biggest bands in the world of pop, and working at the top of the music industry for twenty years. She’s candid about her strengths and weaknesses, and how it's easy to work hard at a job you love. Nicki also shares what it was like facing her own mortality at the midpoint, when she was diagnosed with a life threatening brain tumour. She talks about her ‘Cry For 30 Seconds’ rule; feeling grateful; and not being afraid to move on from things that no longer make you happy. Nicki’s book So Tell Me What You Want is available now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min

  6. 8 JAN

    Suzi Ruffell

    Warning: This episode contains some strong language. Comedian Suzi Ruffell joins Gabby to talk about growing up and realising she was gay without any positive point of reference, and why now - on the cusp of midlife - she’s more determined than ever to celebrate the joy of being gay and having a family of her own. They also talk about the Kate Winslet effect; why it’s only when you really try for something and risk failure that you create something you’re really proud of; and why Suzi’s dad is more proud of the miles she travels than the TV shows she appears on! Spoiler alert: Suzi’s dad might be the real star of this episode.  Tickets are available for Suzi’s forthcoming 2025 tour called The Juggle, and you can listen to her podcasts - Big Kick Energy, Like Minded Friends, and Out with Suzi Ruffell - on all podcast platforms.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  7. 1 JAN

    Dr Rangan Chatterjee on Making Change That Lasts

    We’re putting our best foot forward and kicking off 2025 with Dr Rangan Chatterjee! Dr Chatterjee has been a practicing medical doctor for over twenty years, but he turned his attention to writing and podcasting because he wanted to help more people be the architects of their own health. Rangan is ringing in the new year with the release of his latest book Make Change That Lasts, and this is what today’s conversation is all about; how to make meaningful, long-term health and lifestyle changes. Gabby and Rangan discuss the power of daily rituals, no matter how short on time you are; why small things done consistently can have a big impact; why living in line with your values is so important to your overall health; and perhaps surprisingly, why Rangan feels we are over reliant on experts! For more on this you can also check out Dr Chatterjee’s podcast Feel Better Live More, and order Make Change That Lasts from January 2, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  8. 25/12/2024

    The Festive Family Special

    Warning: This episode contains Christmas spoilers! And is not suitable for young ears. In this festive special, you get three members of the Logan family instead of one! Gabby is joined by Lois and Kenny to relive some of their most memorable (and embarrassing) Christmas moments, and share their favourite Yuletide traditions. You’ll be left wondering whether a white wine Fanta spritz is worth a try? How old is too old for Kids’ Mass on Christmas Eve? And is there anything more pointless than decorative Christmas crackers? They also reflect on 2024; how Gabby and Kenny have adjusted to a fully empty nest (spoiler alert: listening to The Mid.Point is key), and how Lois has found her first term at university. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
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Gabby Logan is middle-aged and unashamed.But what does it mean to be at the halfway stage of your life? Here, Gabby talks candidly to well-known faces about their own midlife challenges and expectations, drawing on the advice of experts from sleep gurus, nutritionists, and doctors specialising on hormone treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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