Beyond Bathroom Blues

CharlieJeane Cooke
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Beyond Bathroom Blues Welcome to Beyond Bathroom Blues, a podcast for men living with IBS. Hosted by CharlieJeane, a Registered Dietitian (RD), Sports Nutritionist (MSc), and Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist — alongside Glenn, an Army veteran who has lived with IBS since 2003, the show brings together professional expertise and real-life experience. Our aim is to meet men where they are on their IBS journey and provide calm, practical insight to help them better understand their symptoms, reduce overwhelm, and regain a sense of control. Inside each episode, CharlieJeane shares over 12 years of experience supporting men with IBS, while Glenn offers perspective from managing symptoms day-to-day in real life, alongside the mindset shifts that support long-term IBS management. Together, we focus on clarity over confusion, understanding over guesswork, and sustainable strategies — rather than quick fixes. Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your GP, physician, or qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something heard on this podcast. Use of the information provided is at your own discretion and risk.

  1. APR 24

    S3E111. Quick Fire: What Every Entrepreneur With IBS Needs To Say

    Running a business with IBS is hard enough. But staying silent about it with the people you work closest with? That makes everything harder. In this short Quick Fire, Glenn cuts straight to the point — what to say to your business partners, your teammates, and the people in your professional circle when IBS is getting in the way. You'll learn how to frame the conversation professionally without oversharing, why communicating your IBS is a sign of strength not weakness, and how to protect your business relationships and your reputation at the same time. You don't need to go into detail. You just need to have the decency to have the conversation. Because the people around you deserve better than vague excuses. And so do you. 🎥 Watch the full video version here. 🎙️ Listen to the full 29-minute episode here. 📩 Ready to go further than the conversation? CJ works closely one on one with men who are serious about taking control of their IBS for good. It's an investment in yourself — and it starts with a single message to hello@mensibsmastery.com Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    6 min

  2. APR 17

    S3E110. Quick Fire: What To Tell Your Boss About Your IBS

    Most men with IBS say nothing to their boss. They manage it alone, make excuses, and hope nobody notices. But silence has a cost — to your performance, your reputation, and your peace of mind. In this five-minute Quick Take, Glenn gives you the exact words to use when telling your boss you have IBS — professionally, confidently, and without oversharing. You'll also hear about your legal rights as an employee with IBS in the UK, the practical tools available to you right now including radar keys and IBS cards, and why having this conversation once — clearly and directly — means you never have to have it again. You were never built to hide this. You were built to handle it. 🎥 Watch the full video version here. 🎎 Listen to the full 29-minute episode here. 📩 Need more than a conversation? CJ works closely one on one with men who are serious about beating IBS for good. Reach out at hello@mensibsmastery.com Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    6 min

  3. APR 10

    S3E109. The IBS Conversation No Man Wants To Have (But Every Man Needs To)

    There's a conversation most men with IBS never have. Not with their boss. Not with their teammates. Not with the people they work alongside every day. Because when you're a man and your gut is falling apart, the last thing you want to do is talk about it. You manage it. You hide it. You lie about it. You become an expert at making excuses and nobody ever knows the real reason. I know this because I lived it for ten years. Twenty-three years in the British Army. Reached the rank of Warrant Officer Class 1 — Regimental Sergeant Major. The man responsible for the discipline, standards and welfare of every soldier in the regiment. And I spent a decade quietly terrified of my own gut. Mapping toilets before I committed to being anywhere. Sitting in high-level briefings with senior officers, back straight, face neutral, while my gut was in full revolt — calculating how fast I could get out of that chair without anyone noticing. I never told a single person. Not because I didn't want to. Because I didn't know how. In this episode I'm giving you exactly what I wish someone had given me — the actual words. What to say to your boss. What to say to your teammates. What to say to the people you work closely with every day. Real scripts. Real conversations. No fluff, no waffle, just straight talk from a man who's been there. Because hiding it doesn't make you stronger. It just makes you lonelier. And you were never built for lonely. 🎥 Want to watch the full live stream version? Watch here! If this episode hit home, share it with one man who needs to hear it. That's how we change the conversation around men's health — one honest conversation at a time. Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    30 min

  4. APR 3

    S3E108. Why Your Gut Reacts the Second You Eat (It's Not What You Think)

    You eat something. Within minutes your gut kicks off — bloating, cramps, straight to the bathroom. So you cut that food out. Then it happens again. And again. Before long you've got a list of foods as long as your arm and you're still suffering — anxious around meals, missing out on food you love, and no closer to understanding why. If you've been eliminating foods for months and nothing is improving, there's a reason. And it's not the reason you think. In this episode, CharlieJeane reveals the hidden gut mechanism that most men with IBS have never heard of. The same one that confuses IBS coaches, gurus, and even medical professionals every single day. Tune in to discover: Why reacting within minutes of eating doesn't mean the food is the trigger What's actually happening inside your gut when symptoms strike Why your growing list of "safe foods" could be making things worse The truth behind your flare-ups — and what to do about it If IBS is shrinking your world one meal at a time, this episode will change the way you see your symptoms for good. Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    12 min

  5. MAR 27

    S3E107. Can You Ever Live a Normal Life With IBS?

    One of the biggest questions men ask when dealing with IBS is this: “Can I ever go back to living a normal life?” When symptoms keep showing up, routines change, and confidence takes a hit, it’s easy to feel like this might just be your new normal. In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues, Glenn breaks this question down honestly and explains what’s actually possible when you understand IBS properly and take the right approach. Inside this episode: • What “normal life” really means with IBS  • Whether IBS is something you’re stuck with forever  • Why many people stay stuck for years  • What starts to change when you take back control If you’ve ever wondered whether things can improve, this episode will give you clarity and direction. 🎥 Prefer to watch this instead? Watch the full video here 👈🏻 If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    11 min

  6. MAR 20

    S3E106. Why IBS Flare-Ups Seem Random Episode

    One of the most frustrating things about IBS is when symptoms seem to flare up for no clear reason. One week everything feels manageable… the next your gut suddenly reacts again. In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues, Glenn breaks down why IBS flare-ups often appear random and the hidden triggers that many people overlook. When you start to understand the patterns behind your symptoms, things begin to make a lot more sense. Prefer to watch the full explanation? You can watch the video version on YouTube: ▶️ Hit this button ▶️ Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    10 min

  7. MAR 12

    S3E105: IBS… Or Something More Serious? How To Tell

    One of the biggest fears people with IBS have is this question: “What if it’s not IBS?” In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues, Glenn breaks down how IBS is typically identified, the difference between common IBS symptoms and potential red flags, and how to think about this question calmly instead of spiralling into worry. If you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms might be something more serious, this episode will help bring clarity. This conversation comes from a recent live Q&A where real questions from the community were answered.Prefer to watch this episode instead? You can watch the full video where I break this question down in more detail here: ▶ Watch Question 1 on YouTube Here If you found this helpful, feel free to leave a comment on the video — I read them all. Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    14 min

  8. MAR 6

    S3E104: The IBS Q&A Every Man Needs to Hear (Live Replay)

    In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues, Glenn shares the full replay of a recent live IBS Q&A session and what unfolded was bigger than expected. What started as a straightforward question-and-answer session quickly turned into a deeper conversation about confidence, control, relationships, and what IBS really takes from men behind closed doors. Inside this episode, you’ll hear: • The patterns keeping high-performing men stuck in flare cycles • Why “managing symptoms” is often the wrong focus • The mindset shift that changes everything long term • The unexpected question that stopped the session in its tracks If you’re tired of coping and ready to take back control properly, this episode is essential listening. Prefer to watch it at home instead, watch here.  For more resources and to join our future live sessions on YouTube, click here. Have a question? email me at glenn@mensibsmastery.com Men’s IBS Mastery® - IBS relief for men. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Users should never disregard or delay seeking professional medical or mental health advice because of something they have heard on this podcast or seen on the website. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is solely at the user’s own risk

    56 min
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Beyond Bathroom Blues Welcome to Beyond Bathroom Blues, a podcast for men living with IBS. Hosted by CharlieJeane, a Registered Dietitian (RD), Sports Nutritionist (MSc), and Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist — alongside Glenn, an Army veteran who has lived with IBS since 2003, the show brings together professional expertise and real-life experience. Our aim is to meet men where they are on their IBS journey and provide calm, practical insight to help them better understand their symptoms, reduce overwhelm, and regain a sense of control. Inside each episode, CharlieJeane shares over 12 years of experience supporting men with IBS, while Glenn offers perspective from managing symptoms day-to-day in real life, alongside the mindset shifts that support long-term IBS management. Together, we focus on clarity over confusion, understanding over guesswork, and sustainable strategies — rather than quick fixes. Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from your GP, physician, or qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical or mental health condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional advice because of something heard on this podcast. Use of the information provided is at your own discretion and risk.

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  • Creator
    CharlieJeane Cooke
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Beyond Bathroom Blues
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    Beyond Bathroom Blues