MAN ALIVE with Dr Jeff Foster | Men's Health Podcast

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The ultimate podcast for men. MAN ALIVE is the men’s health podcast hosted by leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster. We cut through fads and buzzwords to talk testosterone, hormones, mental health, longevity, performance, and wellbeing with clinical insight, candid chat and humour. Every Monday, expect guests like Jonny Wilkinson and Russell Kane plus leading experts in health, fitness and nutrition. Dr Jeff breaks down their blood tests to reveal what their biology says about their health and future. Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://tinyurl.com/38r96yuy

  1. 6d ago

    "Good Hair Can Change a Man's Life!" Celebrity Hair Expert's Tips for Men & Our Best Blood Test Yet?

    Something as simple as a haircut can improve a man's confidence and snowball into amazing positive habits, so how do you start? Celebrity hairstylist Michael Douglas joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster on MAN ALIVE today to give men expert tips on their hair, as well as sharing his own rollercoaster health journey - including how he died for 3 minutes after a collapsed lung and how he has possibly our best blood test results on the podcast so far! In this episode, we discuss hair tips for men, the best 5-minute hair routine, shampoo and hair loss fixes like transplants, minoxidil and finasteride. We also discuss staying resilient in long-term illness, Michael's experiences caring for his partner Davina McCall in her illness, and the importance of solid male friendships for men's mental health.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:44 Most Common Men’s Hair Mistakes 02:02 Practical Styling Tips 02:56 Shampoo Tips for Men 04:47 Doing Your Hair in 5 Minutes 06:01 Things You Don’t Need for Your Hair 07:11 Michael’s View on Hair Transplants 11:20 Michael’s Past Health Struggles 15:01 Resilience in Difficult Times 18:51 Rating Michael’s Health 19:19 Michael’s Blood Test Results 23:30 Daily Practices That Keep Michael Healthy 26:31 Caring for Davina in Her Illness 34:45 Navigating the Menopause as the Male Partner 38:23 Overcoming Tall Poppy Syndrome 42:37 How a New Haircut Can Change Your Life 44:05 Reflecting on Michael’s Blood Test Results 45:09 Where to Find Michael Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-MICHAELDOUGLAS MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #hairstyle #davinamccall #mensmentalhealth

    "Good Hair Can Change a Man's Life!" Celebrity Hair Expert's Tips for Men & Our Best Blood Test Yet?

  2. Aug 16

    Can Biking Save Men's Mental Health?: Loneliness, Health & Third Testicles with HarveyRidesBikes

    It's been proven that biking lowers stress by 25%, so could biking save the crisis of male loneliness in the UK? Leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster is joined by internet sensation HarveyRidesBikes to discuss the crossover between biking and improved health, as well as digging into Harvey's own health. In this episode, we discuss Harvey's favourite journeys, why some bikers develop a third testicle, why Harvey couldn't do our MAN ALIVE blood test, why biking could help more men with their mental health, Harvey's approach to kindness and positive masculinity, and more... Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:46 Why Do Men Love Bikes? 01:48 Harvey’s Favourite Journey 02:39 Bike or Body? 04:23 Third Testicle From Biking 05:43 Nutrition on Long Bike Journeys 06:43 Harvey’s Needle Phobia 10:03 Harvey’s Health Rating 11:03 Measuring QRisk 12:56 Health Changes to Make 13:47 How Biking Improves Mental Health 17:22 Has Harvey Cried on a Ride? 19:04 Why Harvey Gives Out Sweets 23:43 Favourite Interactions on the Bike 27:22 The Pressure to Be ‘Harvey’ 29:57 Can Biking Be a Social Prescription? 30:51 The Wheel of Health 34:55 Men’s Need for Adventure 37:14 The Danger of Biking 39:30 Tips for Starting Biking 41:02 Harvey’s Health Goals 42:26 Harvey’s One Message for Men 44:00 Where to Find Harvey Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-HARVEYRIDESBIKESMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #biking #menshealth #mentalhealth

    Can Biking Save Men's Mental Health?: Loneliness, Health & Third Testicles with HarveyRidesBikes

  3. Aug 9

    "It's Time For Men To Fight Back": The Four Major Issues Making Us Lonely, Stressed & Addicted - Johann Hari

    What's the biggest challenge facing men around the world today? Investigative journalist and 4x New York Times bestselling author Johann Hari has written about the top issues of the last decade concerning men: loneliness, disconnection, addiction, stolen focus, obesity, and more. Alongside leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster, this wide-ranging episode touches on all of these big issues with a hopeful, realistic attitude for what men can start doing today to lose weight, reconnect, improve their mood, and overcome the temptation of social media. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:51 How Cambodians Cure Depression 08:37 Why Japan’s Obesity Rates Are So Low 14:35 Body Image in Men Vs Women 23:18 Men’s Attention Spans Have Been Stolen 37:25 Why Men Feel So Disconnected 45:41 The Biggest Challenge for Men Today 50:37 Where to Find Johann Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JOHANNHARI Johann's website: https://johannhari.com/MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #obesity #depression #menshealth

    "It's Time For Men To Fight Back": The Four Major Issues Making Us Lonely, Stressed & Addicted - Johann Hari

  4. Aug 2

    JOHN THOMSON: Cold Feet Fame, Quitting Alcohol & Getting a Six-Pack at 50 (Blood Test Results)

    He’s a legend of British comedy and drama, but at 57, how is he really doing under the hood?Known for his roles in Cold Feet and The Fast Show, John Thomson joins leading men’s health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in this week’s episode of the MAN ALIVE podcast to dissect his blood test results and pull back the curtain of how John overcame issues with alcohol, mental health, press scrutiny to be at his happiest and most fulfilled today.In this episode, we discuss John’s late ADHD diagnosis and why so many comedians have ADHD, what working with Steve Coogan is really like, John’s impressive blood test results, the pressure of fame, and the low moment when John recognised that alcohol was no longer for him. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Playing Drums to Phil Collins 02:19 Fame After Fast Show & Cold Feet 04:56 John’s Relationship with Alcohol 10:57 Why Funny People Are So Often Addicts 12:48 Should More Men Be Talking About Alcohol? 14:02 John’s Blood Test Results 23:43 How Comedy Has Evolved 24:50 Longevity in Comedy 26:07 Working with Steve Coogan & More 28:58 The Origin of Cheeky Monkey 31:17 The Wheel of Health 38:16 Diagnosed With ADHD at 56 45:07 ADHD Advice for Men 46:43 John’s Health Goals 48:41 One Thing John Wants to Change 49:37 John’s One Message for Men 51:02 Where to Find John Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JOHNTHOMSONMAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #coldfeet #menshealth #comedy

    JOHN THOMSON: Cold Feet Fame, Quitting Alcohol & Getting a Six-Pack at 50 (Blood Test Results)

  5. Jul 26

    Want To Improve Your Testosterone? Here's A Guide To What Actually Works (TRT Vs Lifestyle Changes)

    Testosterone is the talk of the town. Who should consider treating it and who shouldn't, and can lifestyle changes and supplements really make a difference? In this episode of MAN ALIVE, leading men's health specialist & GP Dr Jeff Foster gives a simple explanation of the benefits and limitations of testosterone replacement therapy, lifestyle changes, and supplements claiming to improve testosterone levels. Timestamps: 00:00 Testosterone 00:54 What is TRT? 02:21 Who Needs TRT & Who Doesn’t? 04:23 Do You Need to Be on TRT Forever? 05:59 Can Lifestyle Changes Increase Testosterone? 06:56 Exercising for Testosterone 08:25 Testosterone-Optimised Diet 10:08 Importance of Sleep for Producing Testosterone 14:24 How to Manage Stress for Testosterone 17:29 Can Lifestyle Fix Low Testosterone? 22:07 Supplements for Testosterone 26:10 Doctor’s Summary & Recommendations Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-TRTVSLIFESTYLE MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #testosterone #menshealth #podcast

    Want To Improve Your Testosterone? Here's A Guide To What Actually Works (TRT Vs Lifestyle Changes)

  6. Jul 19

    SBS Sergeant Jason Fox: My Honest Experience After 9 Months On TRT & Exact Workout At 50

    Former Special Forces Sergeant Jason Fox was the guest on our first ever episode where he discovered he had low testosterone. Now, he returns to the podcast after having been on TRT (testosterone replacement therapy) for 9 months to give his honest experience for other men and to see how his blood test results have changed Jason Fox, often referred to by his nickname 'Foxy', is a British television personality, adventurer and a former Royal Marine Commando and UK Special Forces soldier. He joins leading men's health specialist and GP Dr Jeff Foster on the MAN ALIVE podcast. In this episode, we discuss the reactions online to Jason's low testosterone revelation, the process and experience of being on TRT, Jason's updated blood test results, the exact workout he uses to stay in shape at 50 years old, Jason's work with veterans and what veteran life in the UK is really life, and the biggest questions and challenges facing men in 2026.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:43 Reactions to Jason’s Low Testosterone 01:45 Reacting to Your Comments 04:13 The Process of Getting TRT 06:05 Side Effects & Results of TRT 08:18 Misconceptions About TRT 11:46 Foxy’s Blood Test Results 17:36 Foxy’s Health Goals 19:47 Fitness & Training as a New Dad 20:41 Staying in Shape at 50 24:04 Jason’s Favourite Exercise 24:21 Changes to Make in Your 40s 26:14 Would Foxy Pass SBS Selection Now? 27:55 Advice for Fitness Beginners Today 29:20 The Reality of Veteran Life in the UK 34:16 Most Common Questions Foxy Gets Asked By Men 36:43 Biggest Problem Men Face in 2026 38:15 Question that Men Ask Foxy Privately 40:45 One Piece of Advice for Men 42:45 Where to Find Jason Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-JASONFOX2 MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #testosterone #podcast #menshealth

    SBS Sergeant Jason Fox: My Honest Experience After 9 Months On TRT & Exact Workout At 50

  7. Jul 12

    Oxford Sleep Scientist: The Reason Why Men Are Tired, Stressed & Ageing Faster Than Ever Before - Russell Foster

    What if poor sleep is quietly damaging your hormones, mental health, productivity, relationships, and even shortening your life? Russell Foster is Professor of Circadian Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and one of the world’s foremost experts on sleep, circadian rhythms, and the body clock. His pioneering research has transformed our understanding of how sleep affects physical health, mental wellbeing, hormones, performance, ageing, and disease. In this episode, Russell shares decades of scientific insight in a clear, practical way, helping us understand why sleep is one of the most powerful and overlooked pillars of long-term health. In this episode, we explore the latest sleep science, circadian rhythms, sleep deprivation, insomnia, sleep quality, deep sleep, REM sleep, men’s health, hormones, testosterone, stress, anxiety, depression, shift work, night shifts, morning routines, chronotypes, early birds vs night owls, biological clocks, sleep recovery, catching up on sleep, melatonin, sleep tablets, sleep supplements, alcohol and sleep, screen time, blue light, podcasts for sleep, audiobooks before bed, optimal performance, cognitive function, productivity, longevity, and practical sleep tips to improve your sleep tonight. Whether you’re struggling with poor sleep, waking during the night, working shifts, or simply want to optimise your health and performance, this conversation is packed with evidence-based advice you can put into practice immediately. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:31 Sleep Theories in Science 02:52 Is Sleep More Important Than Diet? 03:24 Why Some Feel They Can Live on 5 Hours of Sleep 05:23 Biological Signs of Poor Sleep 08:10 Can You Prescribe Better Sleep for Health Issues? 09:25 Margaret Thatcher’s Poor Sleep Consequences 11:27 Can You Catch Up on Sleep? 12:40 Cristiano Ronaldo’s Abnormal Sleep Routine 16:09 Are You a Morning Person By Nature or Nurture? 19:24 Is Society Bad for Natural Night Owls? 20:36 Importance of Morning Structure for Sleep Health 22:01 Differences in How Men Vs Women Sleep 24:05 What Bad Sleep Does to the Male Body 27:15 Sleep Deprivation & Mental Health 29:22 Waking Up Stressed in the Night 35:43 How Damaging Are Night Shifts? 40:47 Simple & Practical Strategies for Night Shift Workers 43:15 Best Time of Day for Most Demanding Tasks 44:52 Melatonin & Sleep Tablets 53:25 Do Any Supplements Help With Sleep? 55:57 Using Alcohol to Wind Down & Relax 57:15 Using Podcasts or Audiobooks to Fall Asleep 59:26 Light from Screens Before Bed 1:00:55 One Thing to Improve Tonight 1:01:34 Where to Find Russell Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=spotify&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-RUSSELLFOSTER MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #sleep #menshealth #podcast

    Oxford Sleep Scientist: The Reason Why Men Are Tired, Stressed & Ageing Faster Than Ever Before - Russell Foster

  8. Jul 5

    DJ Fat Tony: 30 Years in the Party Scene, Addiction & Recovery (DJ Fat Tony)

    DJ Fat Tony has partied with Freddie Mercury, the Beckhams, Michael Jackson, Prince, and more. It all came crashing down with a severe drug addiction that induced psychosis. Tony joins Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to open up about his health and the DJ lifestyle in the 80s compared with today. This is a conversation that shows how men can make changes that really make a long-term health difference. In this episode, we discuss lifestyle, sleep, workouts, brain health, men's general health, Tony's addiction and recovery journey, how men can support other addicts, how society's perspectives on masculinity have changed since the 80s, as well as playing a new game called 'Listen When...' Timestamps: 00:00 Tony’s DJ Lifestyle 02:54 Breakfast & Gym Training 04:22 DJ’s Sleep Habits 05:08 How Tony Keeps His Brain Healthy 05:53 How Tony Defines Success Today 07:52 Drugs Give False Happiness 10:27 How the Drug Addiction Began 13:14 UK’s Shifting Drinking Culture 15:06 Tony’s Lowest Moment 16:07 The Turning Point 20:37 How to Support an Addict 22:01 How the Body Changes During Recovery 26:19 Biggest Surprise in Recovery 28:02 Falling Off the Wagon 30:31 THE WHEEL OF HEALTH! 35:08 Masculinity in the 80s Vs Now 40:42 Tony’s Message to Younger Men 45:09 LISTEN WHEN! 47:42 Tony’s Health Goals 48:29 One Piece of Advice for Men 49:35 Where to Find DJ Fat Tony Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://www.joinvoy.com/trt/testosterone-blood-test?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=manalive-DJFATTONY Get Tony's New Book! https://www.waterstones.com/book/recover-me/dj-fat-tony/tara-day/9780349450629 MAN ALIVE is presented by Voy. #menshealth #podcast #dj

    DJ Fat Tony: 30 Years in the Party Scene, Addiction & Recovery (DJ Fat Tony)
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The ultimate podcast for men. MAN ALIVE is the men’s health podcast hosted by leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster. We cut through fads and buzzwords to talk testosterone, hormones, mental health, longevity, performance, and wellbeing with clinical insight, candid chat and humour. Every Monday, expect guests like Jonny Wilkinson and Russell Kane plus leading experts in health, fitness and nutrition. Dr Jeff breaks down their blood tests to reveal what their biology says about their health and future. Get the same blood test as our celebrity guests: https://tinyurl.com/38r96yuy

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