Finally Found

Sophie Richards

Ever felt like your body is speaking a language no one taught you? Like you’re doing everything “right” but still stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, bloating, breakouts, or pain? You’re not alone. Finally Found bridges the gap between frustration and clarity. Host Sophie Richards - women's health advocate, endometriosis warrior and founder of Found - dives into hormones, inflammation, gut health and more, through honest conversations with experts and storytellers. Maybe the answers you’re looking for are closer than you think.

  1. 1h ago

    Cycle Syncing Explained: How to Train, Eat & Live By Your Hormones with Stef Williams

    Stef Williams is a fitness creator, businesswoman and the OG endometriosis influencer. She joins Sophie Richards to reveal how cycle syncing changed the game not only for her endo, but every part of her life. In this episode, Stef explains how to eat, work out and be your best self in every phase of your cycle. Heard of the luteal phase but no idea how to navigate it? Wondered why your ovulation phase isn’t the thriving week you’ve been sold? Stef shares her guide on when to push for a PB or get cosy on the sofa. Plus, she shares how she’s navigating postpartum (only 5 months at the time of recording!), how she struggled with identity in pregnancy and dealing with weight gain when you’ve got 2 million people following you for your body goals.  EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 We know NOTHING about periods! 04:04 Fighting for an endometriosis diagnosis 14:12 The symptoms aren’t just during your period 20:34 Introduction to cycle syncing 23:30 The Luteal Phase 28:25 The Menstruation Phase 33:46 The Follicular Phase 37:06 The Ovulation Phase 41:10 Why cycle tracking can be life-saving 43:50 Navigating pregnancy body changes as a fitness creator 52:00 Losing your identity postpartum  59:50 What are your menstrual cycles like postpartum? 01:02:20 The reality of ‘having it all’  Follow @stef.williams Get Period Proof - out now!  Try Stef’s app: WeGlow Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth

  2. Sep 15

    The reality of getting pregnant with endometriosis

    Sophie is about to enter the biggest chapter of her life: having a baby, getting married, building her business… and who better to dissect it than her fiancé Dillon! In this episode, Sophie and Dillon discuss the chaos of the first trimester - including some very strange scan experiences. Sophie goes in depth with her symptoms and Dillon shares how much his life has (not) changed… Plus, Sophie reveals how her pregnancy has affected her endometriosis, what type of birth she’s planning and gives us an update on the wedding planning! EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 A huuuge life update! 02:06 How hard was it to get pregnant? 06:57 The ‘child-free by choice’ conversation 08:44 How we found out we were pregnant  13:02 The chaos of first trimester 18:45 What happens in an early scan? 25:32 Baby names we WON’T be using 27:11 Does pregnancy get rid of endo symptoms? 29:45 How do you get ready for your life completely changing 33:08 C-section or Vaginal birth?? 36:12 The newborn bubble has already burst 40:08 What are we most excited about?? 42:18 Telling everyone we’re having a baby 47:07 The insane wedding planning trip…  52:59 “Are you ok??”  57:11 Cardiff vs London  59:45 Are you worried our relationship will change? 01:02:01 “I’m scared no one will be with me because of my endo”  01:04:40 Would Dillon ever consider being a stay-at-home dad? Follow @dillonlewis3 Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth

  3. Sep 1

    Should I ever push through painful sex? A psycho-sexologist’s advice on having better sex

    If you feel like you’ve been sold the lie that sex should be effortless, spontaneous, and pain-free, then psycho-sexologist Kate Moyle is here to reassure and empower you with science backed information on how to have a better sex life. Joining Sophie Richards, Kate explores why sex education is failing an entire country; she shares the biggest question she gets in the therapy room and what could be behind your low libido. Plus, should you ever push through painful sex? Do you like to m********e but don’t want to do it with your partner? We cover these listener questions to fight the shame still following us to the bedroom.  EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 Why are we having less sex? 02:27 How Kate became a psycho-sexologist 05:33 Is the sex culture in Britain broken?  10:28 What should sex education look like? 14:19 Is it bad to be having sex a couple times a year? 19:35 The millions of things that could be affecting your libido 25:49 The barrier between arousal and desire  29:48 The biggest myth about foreplay  36:19 Pleasure is a measure 40:38 The orgasm gap 46:33 What are the most common problems people are having in their sex lives?  50:30 Should you ever push through painful sex?  57:19 Can smutty books unlock your sex life? 60:30 Take your time with postpartum sex 66:40 ‘I only have good sex when I’m drunk’ 67:59 “My sex drive is gone forever, what do I do?” 70:10 “I play with myself, but can’t be bothered to have sex with my partner” Follow @katemoyletherapy Go to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first order Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth

  4. Aug 25

    The TRUTH about the most common skin and hair issues women face with Dermatologist Dr Aamna Adel

    If you’re sick of suffering with acne, rosacea or hair loss and all the internet is offering you is viral trends, then this episode with Harley Street Dermatologist Dr Aamna Adel will be the confusion-clearing conversation that you need! Dr Adel joins Sophie with explainers on what exactly is acne, if you can get rid of acne scarring and how to identify if that redness is actually rosacea.  Plus, when more women in the UK are experiencing hair loss than men, why is it considered a ‘male problem’? Dr Adel explains the stigma, what causes hair loss and whether there is a product that triggers hair growth. EPISODE CHAPTERS  00:00 Sick of skincare confusion? 02:40 How Dr Adel found her path with dermatology  05:47 Your skin has a huge impact on your mental health 11:29 Why haven’t I grown out of my teen acne? 15:40 Is Roaccutane a miracle or nightmare acne treatment? 20:33 The best products for acne-prone skin  26:27 SPF is a non-negotiable 32:26 Is acne scarring permanent?  40:54 What is rosacea?  47:50 The best skincare for rosacea 52:36 Are MORE people losing their hair?? 56:06 GLP-1s and hair loss  60:12 Why you shouldn’t get a hair transplant too early 62:33 Is hair regrowth possible after going bald? 65:45 Stop going to sleep with wet hair! 70:53 Bag or bin: skincare trends Follow @dermatologist_adel Go to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first order Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth

  5. Aug 18

    Why you NEED to think about Perimenopause in your 30s with Dr Linia Patel

    More than 90% of postmenopausal women were never taught about the menopause. Today we change that, as Sophie Richards is joined by internationally renowned women’s health dietitian, Dr Linia Patel.  In this episode, Linia explains the difference between perimenopause and menopause, how to identify the symptoms and the 4 key pillars to thrive in this transitional period. Plus, as perimenopausal women are the biggest users of GLP-1s, Linia investigates why the conversation needs to move on to weight management.  EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 How to thrive in perimenopause 02:46 What inspired ‘Food for Menopause’? 09:10 Difference between perimenopause and menopause 15:40 Why knowing your normal is crucial to managing menopause 19:40 Don’t crash out over your periods 27:17 Is there anything you’re doing to trigger perimenopause? 32:36 How do Women of Colour experience perimenopause differently? 37:10 How to prepare for perimenopause in your early 30s  48:58 Is perimenopause a career killer? 52:48 The truth behind taking HRT 55:46 Does perimenopause mean you’re immediately infertile? 57:20 Is weight loss medication a fix or a cheat for menopause?  70:23 How to make the key health pillars work for you 74:02 What is one thing you need to know about perimenopause?  Follow @liniapatelnutrition Get Linia’s books: Food for Menopause and Life After Weight-Loss Medication Go to epetome.com/found and use discount code FOUND10 for 10% off your first order Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth Menopause support links: Full list of menopause symptoms Black women in menopause

  6. Aug 11

    The Biggest Factors Impacting your Fertility and How to Improve It with Dr Helen O’Neill

    Fertility fear is rising fast, but this is the subject where ignorance is NOT bliss. That’s why Sophie Richards is joined by fertility expert and Professor in Reproductive and Molecular Genetics, Dr Helen O’Neill. In this episode, Helen details why infertility is commonly seen as a women’s issue, the things you can do to improve your fertility and the key things you should avoid if you’re trying to conceive. Plus, she dives into the cause of falling birth rates, the hidden but huge impact hormones have on our health, and what testing your hormones actually reveals.  EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 Take charge of your reproductive health 03:10 Is this the biggest blind spot in medical history? 06:09 How Sophie took control of her cycle (AD) 10:24 The truth about the biological clock 17:02 What can you control with your reproductive health? 25:20 Is infertility a women’s problem? 28:45 Can the pill affect fertility? 32:36 How hormones dictate every part of your health 36:00 The reality around the falling birth rates 41:00 Is hormone testing worthwhile? 49:11 Advice on supplements for hormones and fertility  51:30 Your ovaries are connected to your nervous system 58:11 Is egg freezing a guaranteed chance to have a baby? 64:35 The crucial steps to take for your fertility 69:01 What are the most harmful misconceptions about infertility?  Follow @dr.helenoneill Listeners of Finally Found can get 15% off an annual subscription for Natural Cycles using this link: https://signup.naturalcycles.com/en-US/signup/secret?code=FinallyFound Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth

  7. Aug 4

    How NOT to take supplements with Dietitian Josie Porter

    76% of us take supplements daily, but do they actually have any health benefits? Some studies suggest supplements can be harmful, while others are recommended by the NHS. It’s all become so confusing, so let’s get some clarity… Sophie Richards is joined by the author of ‘How NOT to take Supplements’, dietitian Josie Porter, to uncover the misinformation running riot in the world of supplements.  In this episode, find out which supplements are massively overhyped, how they actually work in the body and what to watch out for when reading the label. EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 What’s the truth of the world of supplements?  02:12 The breaking point that made Josie write her book 07:00 The wild west of supplements and the dangers of TikTok Shop 10:58 Can people with endometriosis take creatine?  18:06 The shocking truth about supplement testing 23:19 How do supplements work in the body? 28:35 What to watch out for on labels 30:37 Are GLP-1s a miracle drug or a bubble ready to burst? 41:20 The Food First approach 47:18 What does a dietitian eat in a day? 56:35 Bag or Bin: supplement edition 64:58 The best supplements for common problems 69:59 The one thing you NEED to know about supplements 71:20 TW: Suicide | Josie opening up about her late sister Jen LINKS Follow @dietitianjosie and get her book ‘How NOT to take Supplements’  Get 10% off your first order using code FINALLYFOUND at vilgain.co.uk/finallyfound Join the Found Collective, the women's health community membership led by certified coaches to support you every step of the way. Follow on IG @sophie.richards and TikTok @sophie.riichards Follow @found.womenshealth If you were affected by Josie’s story about the loss of her sister, we want you to know there’s support available below: If you need someone to talk to, call Samaritans on 116 123 any time.  Narcotics Anonymous UK support: https://ukna.org/

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Ever felt like your body is speaking a language no one taught you? Like you’re doing everything “right” but still stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, bloating, breakouts, or pain? You’re not alone. Finally Found bridges the gap between frustration and clarity. Host Sophie Richards - women's health advocate, endometriosis warrior and founder of Found - dives into hormones, inflammation, gut health and more, through honest conversations with experts and storytellers. Maybe the answers you’re looking for are closer than you think.