Catch Ups In My Kitchen

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Catch Ups In My Kitchen

This podcast is about all things food, health and wellness! Host Georgia Symonds welcomes a new guest into her kitchen every week in order to discuss their journey to wellness in whatever capacity that may be! We believe that food isn’t just the fuel that we put into our bodies, it’s more than that, it brings families and friends together, it creates special moments and life time memories. It affects how we perform, how we think, how we sleep and how we feel in ourselves inside and out.  Therefore Catch Ups In My Kitchen aims to dig into personal stories and careers to discuss how food has had an impact on one's life. We aim for you to finish an episode having learnt some new healthy habits which you can implement into your everyday in order to be that 1% better than the day before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    E.141 Cold Water Therapy and The Female Cycle with Laura Fullerton Founder of Monk

    This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Laura Fullerton, the founder of Monk, the first SMART ice bath and cold water therapy app. We dive into the fascinating world of cold water therapy, exploring the science-backed mental and physical benefits and why it’s becoming a must-have practice in so many wellness routines. Cold water therapy has been shown to reduce inflammation, boost circulation, improve recovery, enhance mood, and even support resilience to stress—but did you know that for women, the key to unlocking these benefits lies in timing it with their cycle? In this episode, we focus on how women can harness cold water therapy in alignment with their hormones, breaking the myth that ice baths are off-limits for women. In fact, when used strategically, cold exposure can enhance hormonal balance, metabolism, and energy levels, making it an incredibly powerful tool for female wellness. Laura, a biohacking and data enthusiast, created Monk to bring a smarter, more immersive ice bath experience into the home—integrating seamlessly with wearables so you can track and optimize your cold exposure. If you're curious about how ice baths can support your mind and body, and how to incorporate them safely and effectively into your routine, this is the episode for you! The topics are: The benefits of cold water therapy: Mental Health BenefitsImmunity BenefitsFat Loss and Metabolism Benefits (Brown fat and white fat)Muscle RecoveryNeuroprotection Can cold water therapy be too much for people? Is the shock too intense? How often would you recommend someone to do a cold plunge? Females and their cycles and how to use cold water therapy effectively Pairing cold water therapy with heat therapy Cold shower vs cold plunge? MONK is taking cold water therapy to the next level through providing a SMART Ice bath Can you share what makes Monk so different? The best way to biohack cold water therapy - breathwork, meditation Your relationship with cold water therapy and how it has impacted your life? Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Use code: KITCHEN15 to receive £15 off your first order This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  2. FEB 11

    E.140 Kitchen Confessions with Janie and Susie

    In my kitchen this week I’m joined by the dynamic duo, Janie and Susie—a pair bridging generations through their shared love of food, flavour, and fun. You may know them from their heartwarming (and often hilarious) Instagram videos, where they invite us into their kitchen as they cook up a storm. I was beyond excited to have them on the podcast to share the story of how this dynamic partnership came to be, along with some behind-the-scenes kitchen confessions. We talked about their biggest pet peeves, their go-to meals, and everything in between. Food is so much more than just fuel—it’s connection, nostalgia, and pure joy, and this episode is all about that: how food brings people together, sparks laughter, and creates lasting memories, just as it has for Janie and Susie. So join us as we dive into the below topics: How this dynamic duo came about?When did you have the idea to create the instagram page?Can you both share how you got into working in the food industry?What’s important to you both when it comes to food, eating well and health?What would you both say are some of your kitchen staples that you can’t live without What are some of your pet hates when it comes to the food world, either the catering scene or the restaurant scene This world of social media - how has it been growing online What’s next for Janie and susie? To check out Janie and Susie head here This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Click the link to receive £15 off your first order here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min

  3. FEB 4

    E.139 My 2025 Health and Wellness Goals

    I’m back with another solo episode, and this time, I’m diving into my health and wellness goals for 2025! Personally, I find the pressure of setting goals in January a bit overwhelming, so I wanted to share this episode in February—just in case you feel the same way. In this episode, I walk through my fitness plans, including my marathon training journey and my experience incorporating more animal products into my diet. I also explore some of the biggest wellness trends making the rounds online—sharing which ones I’m excited to try and which ones I’ll be skipping. This year, I’m taking my health and wellness to the next level by experimenting with more unconventional practices like EMS training and mouth taping. Tune in to hear all about it! Topics include: My fitness goalsMarathon training planEMS and Using In Body to track my progressMy journey of adding more animal products back into my dietMy thoughts on Bone BrothTrying to only eat fish from British watersExperimenting with some of the wellness trends I am seeing onlineSaunas and the benefitsRed Light therapy and Oil PullingAnswering some of your wellness question I touch on Healf and so if you are interested in shopping from my Healf Store then head here and get a discount on your order with code - GEORGIASYMONDS Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Click the link to receive £15 off your first order here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min

  4. JAN 28

    E.138 How To Feel Body Confident with Lucy Borrie

    This week in my kitchen, I’m joined by Lucy Borrie—a professional dancer and the founder of the Be Body Method. Be Body is a unique workout approach that blends strength training with Pilates, all while focusing on building both mental and physical resilience. Lucy’s journey to creating Be Body stems from her personal struggles with body confidence and self-esteem. She shares how she spent years unable to recall a time when she truly felt comfortable in her own skin. In this episode, we explore Lucy’s inspiration for starting Be Body, the evolution of her method, and her deeply personal battle with anorexia and bulimia—an illness that led to hospitalisation. Be Body is a movement rooted in fostering confidence and connection with your body, and Lucy’s story is a powerful reminder of just how transformative that feeling can be This is a movement which we are about to see a lot more of...so watch this space We cover the following topics: The Be Body Method - what is it and how did Lucy discover it How it's different to other work outs Life before Be Body The Pilates movement Future of Be Body and where is this movement going Lucy's relationship with food and exercise What wellness means to Lucy Lucy's wellness non negotiables Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Click the link to receive £15 off your first order here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min

  5. JAN 21

    E.137 Navigating Gut Health with Dr. Emily Prpa

    In my kitchen this week I am joined by Dr Emily Prpa who is a Registered Nutritionist at Yakult, gut experts for 90 years. She holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London, where she is also a visiting lecturer. Her research explores how the gut microbiome impacts various aspects of our heath, and has been published in high-impact scientific journals and presented internationally. I wanted to sit down with Emily to try and navigate some of the noise that is out there and de-bunk some of the myths and trends. The wellness space can be so confusing from what brands are telling us on their packaging to what influencers are telling us online and sometimes you just don't know where to turn in order to make the right decisions and particularly in the month of January when the wellness noise is particularly loud! Emily and I go through the importance of gut health and how to optimise your gut health whilst also touching on some of the many health and wellness trends you see online and whether they have actual health benefits or are just a myth We cover the following topics: Gut Health and why it's importantHow to optimise your gut healthEating 30+ plants a weekGreen PowdersScience washing within the wellness industryIntermittent fastingLemon WaterApple Cider VinegarFermented FoodsCarnivore DietThe pillars of wellness Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Click the link to receive £15 off your first order here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m

  6. JAN 14

    E.136 Life Behind The Scenes Of An Olympic Swimmer with Julimar Avila

    In my kitchen this week I am joined by Julimar Avila a two time Olympian who has raced in both Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024. Born and raised in Honduras Julimar was competing in swimming competitions from the age of 5 driven by an unstoppable ambition and determination to excel in her sport. In this episode, we take a deep dive (pun absolutely intended!) into the life of an Olympian. Together, Julimar and I explore the grit, dedication, and immense sacrifices required to reach the pinnacle of athletic achievement. We discuss how the journey to the Olympics shapes not just your body but also your mind, revealing the untold mental and physical challenges behind the scenes. We also delve into some topics that don’t get nearly enough attention—what it’s like to be a female swimmer. From the impact of periods on performance to navigating the pressures of body image in an elite sport, Julimar shares her candid and powerful perspective. Being an Olympian is not for the faint-hearted, and this conversation highlights the resilience, perseverance, and passion it takes to stand among the best in the world. Julimar’s story is nothing short of inspiring, and I can’t wait for you to hear it! Topics we discuss are:  Julimar's childhood and the early days in the poolThe journey to becoming an OlympianMental strength and determinationThe sacrifices involved Making history Health and Nutrition when it comes to being an athleteJulimar's diet and workout routineHealth and wellness non-negotiablesBeing a woman in sportPeriods, hormonal imbalance and beauty standards and expectations Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by Wylde  Click the link to receive £15 off your first order here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min

  7. 12/24/2024

    E.135 Christmas Edition: Melissa Tattam and I are in the kitchen baking Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cookies

    This week, I’m joined by a very special guest—Melissa Tattam! We’re back in the kitchen, and this time, we’re whipping up a healthy twist on Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cookies, thanks to amazing ingredients from Well Easy. All the ingredients we use are refined sugar-free and as wholesome as they come! While baking, Melissa and I chat about all things festive, from our favourite Christmas traditions to what’s on this year’s holiday menu. We also dive into a hot topic: should you stay in your pyjamas all day on Christmas? Well Easy is the ultimate online health food store and Melissa and I's favourite place to purchase all of our healthy food staples! If you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s a treasure trove of clean and natural products—from 100% almond butter to toxin-free household essentials and healthier versions of classic sauces like mayonnaise, ketchup, and sriracha. Tune in for cozy kitchen vibes, festive chats, and a delicious recipe you’ll want to try for yourself! They have kindly given the catch ups community a discount code to use going into the new year which is CATCHUPS10 and this gives you £10 off your first order. Click the link below Well Easy Dark Chocolate and Pistachio Cookie Recipe: (Makes 10 small cookies) 100g Organic Ghee 25g Raw Pistachio Butter + more to drizzle pre/post baking 150g Coconut Sugar 1 egg 175g plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp flakey salt 1 tsp vanilla paste 30g shelled pistachios, chopped 70g 80% dark chocolate chips Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 200c. Add your ghee to a saucepan over medium-high heat and melt it down. Pour into your mixing bowl, add the 25g pistachio cream and stir together. Allow to cool for 10 minutes, it will be very hot. 2. Add the sugar to a bowl, then add the egg and vanilla. Add the flour, baking powder and salt. 3. Add the chopped pistachios and dark choc. Mix into the batter. Preheat the oven to 200c. Chill the batter for around 30 minutes, if not longer. Line a large tray (or two) with parchment paper and then scoop out 10 small balls of dough onto the tray, rolling them into neat balls then pressing down into a cookie shape, around 2cm thick. 4. Bake for 12 minutes roughly until golden but they will still be very soft. Allow to set for 15-20 minutes before digging in! If they firm up too much the next day, pop in the microwave for 15 seconds to re melt the chocolate This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  8. 12/17/2024

    E.134 Live Pilates Panel From KARVE Chelsea Opening Party

    Catch Ups In KARVE This week we had an away day to the Karve Studio in Chelsea where they opened their doors to their fourth studio and second in London! To celebrate their opening I did a live panel where I was joined by some of their regular members to have a discussion around Pilates, Holistic Wellness and the rituals that we will be taking with us into 2025 On the panel I was joined by: Izzy Utterson who is known on Instagram for her Glow Up TipsJulimar a two time Olympic SwimmerYulia Founder of KARVE The topics discussed on the panel were: How they discovered Pilates?Does Pilates work as part of a greater workout plan or do you only do Pilates?How has adding Pilates into your life changed your day to day?Wellness is more than just movement - there are other pillars involved as well - could you all share what wellness looks like to you in relation to the other pillarsIt’s December and we are all rounding up 2024 - when you look back are there any wellness routines or non-negotiables that you have added into your lifestyle that you now can no longer live without What makes KARVE different from other pilates classes in your opinion?What’s next for KARVE? To check out Karve head here This episode was hosted and produced by Georgia Symonds Georgia’s Instagram - click here! For more information and other interesting articles check out our website: www.catchupsinmykitchen.com  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
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This podcast is about all things food, health and wellness! Host Georgia Symonds welcomes a new guest into her kitchen every week in order to discuss their journey to wellness in whatever capacity that may be! We believe that food isn’t just the fuel that we put into our bodies, it’s more than that, it brings families and friends together, it creates special moments and life time memories. It affects how we perform, how we think, how we sleep and how we feel in ourselves inside and out.  Therefore Catch Ups In My Kitchen aims to dig into personal stories and careers to discuss how food has had an impact on one's life. We aim for you to finish an episode having learnt some new healthy habits which you can implement into your everyday in order to be that 1% better than the day before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Georgia Symonds
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    143
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2023 Catch Ups In My Kitchen
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