A New Table Podcast

New Table Productions

LOCAL CONVERSATIONS AT THE HEART OF GLOBAL CHANGE. A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Join us at a new table of conversation around topics of nutrition, agriculture, environmental concerns, community building, personal betterment and responsible consumption. Cheers to optimism, practicality and finding common ground to improve what surrounds us, collectively, one step at a time.

Episodes

  1. 11/02/2023

    009 | Happy Hormones, Happy Gut, Happy Life with Emma Ellice Flint

    To our women audience — you'll love this podcast! Emma Ellice Flint, Perimenopause & Menopause Nutritionist and author of The Happy Hormone, invites us down in Dorset to chat about all things related to your gut health and hormones. From bowel movements to hacking your natural cycle, we cover the basics of healing your gut! Plus, there are a few good tips for our men (and anyone else in between) too. Who knew nutrition was so fascinating! Big thanks to @Yeotube who graciously sent us some of their organic, probiotic dairy products to test out for this episode! Jump to... 01:36 Career evolution: From chef in Australia to Nutritional Therapist 08:24 The journey towards focusing on women's health16:40 Perimenopause and menopause: Hormone changes 23:33 Nutrition for different life stages 25:16 Do men have hormonal cycles? Tips for our guys 27:17 Mediterranean diet vs Western diet 35:19 Inflammatory foods 41:00 Symptoms of an inflammatory diet 43:19 How to avoid an elimination diet: Tips & tricks 50:20 How a nutritionist eats at home 54:00 Probiotics: The magic of fermented foods 01:00:16 What are prebiotics? 01:06:10 Eating hacks and fasting protocols 01:14:18 More tips: Sugar, exercise and sleep 01:20:41 Why women (and men) need to put themselves first more Emma is an experienced, clinical nutritionist with a real passion for food and a particular focus on perimenopause and menopause. She is adept at developing recipes and delivering workshops & talks in private and corporate settings. Utilizing her previous career as a chef, she pairs this background with her evidence-based nutrition knowledge spanning the last 13 years, and creates gorgeous nutritious recipes. Her one-to-one clinic work is based in England, online. Find out more: https://emmasnutrition.com/ A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable, and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Find out more: newtableproductions.com Follow us on: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

  2. 10/30/2023

    008 | Animal Therapy & Taking Care of Each Other with Dinky Ponies

    Join us as we meet the incredible Sarah Woodland, founder of Dinky Ponies. A horse lover and purpose-driven business owner, Sarah found her calling of helping others through animal therapy by accident. Listen as she shares the immense impact she's seen amongst young and old when a little love, presence, and time to listen is given to those who need it. Jump to... 01:15 What is Dinky Ponies? How it all started09:32 Schools, care homes, etc: Who Dinky Ponies works with14:07 Meet the ponies of Dinky Ponies20:54 History of working with animals for therapy28:43 Pets and animal therapy31:01 Working with children with special needs34:45 Special moments & funeral visit38:27 Prison reform & rehabilitation through animals43:54 Ideal routine to see an impact48:50 Dual benefits for staff51:10 Financial realities for Dinky Ponies01:01:29 Choosing to be for-profit over a charity01:04:05 Fundraisers and the power of social media01:10:05 Sarah's hopes for the futureDinky Ponies is a team of therapy ponies servicing Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, and Gloucestershire regions. The mini shetland "therapists" offer one-on-one sessions, as well as care home, hospital, and school visits. Find them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinkyponies/ A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Find out more: newtableproductions.com Follow us on: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

  3. 10/11/2023

    007 | The Mental Health Stigma in the Workplace with Nigel Cadman

    We're back with our favourite therapist, Nigel Cadman, to talk about mental health within the workplace. This one's great for both employees and employers alike! In collaboration with X+WHY. Jump to... 02:48 Shifts and trends with mental health in the workplace 11:17 The dangers of London's 24/7 work culture16:53 Generational trend & perfectionism19:54 Happiness at work and the impact on productivity metrics25:44 Skill vs values & the employee-employer relationship34:24 The value of mentorship in the workplace37:25 Finding purpose & normalizing what works for you40:59 Digital realities & loss of socializing45:56 What is burnout? Am I just tired?51:35 Work-life balance & the power of talking57:26 How to improve our work life realities1:03:25 Taking responsibility & what can employers doNigel Cadman is a BACP-certified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, based in Nantwich. He believes in taking a person-centred approach, valuing the power of building positive and safe relationships with his clients. Big on talk therapy, he offers counselling services face-to-face, online or by telephone. Find out more about his services and inquire about a free consultation. https://nigelcadman.com/ A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Find out more: newtableproductions.com Follow us on: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

  4. 10/09/2023

    006 | Mental Health in The Modern World with Nigel Cadman

    From anxiety to depression, the world is seeing some of the highest rates of mental health issues it has ever seen. Dubbed a modern-day epidemic, what is causing such an impact on people's well-being, young and old? In this episode, Nigel Cadman, BACP-certified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, joins us at X+WHY offices to chat about the trends he's seeing as a professional, what impacts our mental health, and the ways we can take control of our lives back to surmount our own inner demons. Jump to... 02:42 Understanding mental health and current trends 09:06 Loneliness and the pandemic impact 13:53 How your environment influences mental health 21:55 Awareness and brain patterns 27:47 The relationship we have with ourselves 31:50 Seeing a therapist: What actually happens 36:58 Grief, hardships and acknowledging unique experiences 45:30 What qualifies as a mental health issue? 50:50 Mental health struggles in kids and teens 53:56 The relationship with lifestyle, sleep and diet 01:00:35 What if someone is afraid to seek help? 01:06:54 Differences in men & women 01:11:22 The importance of talking 01:18:01 How to support people struggling 01:22:07 Why we need more male therapists 01:28:27 Quick fixes vs sustainable changes 01:32:19 Humanizing therapy & what happens behind the scenes 01:37:27 Surprising benefits of online therapy 01:41:03 Can you afford therapy? Nigel talks finances Nigel Cadman is a BACP-certified Counsellor and Psychotherapist, based in Nantwich. He believes in taking a person-centred approach, valuing the power of building positive and safe relationships with his clients. Big on talk therapy, he offers counselling services face-to-face, online or by telephone. Find out more about his services and inquire about a free consultation. https://nigelcadman.com/ A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Find out more: newtableproductions.com Follow us on: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

  5. 09/27/2023

    005 | Circular fashion: Style to fight climate change with Eliza Batten

    You might recognize her from Made In Chelsea, but let us tell you — Eliza Batten is the epitome of a Sustainable Business Woman and a force to be reckoned with. Knowledgeable, sharp and deeply in tune with her own customer base, we sat down with The Cirkel's Co-Founder to chat about the dark sides of the overconsumption, the gap in the market she's found for guilt-free shopping, and her hopes for a greener future for the fashion industry. DISCLAIMER We did end up with some audio issues around the half-way mark, apparently it happens at least once to every podcast! So thanks for your understanding. 🙏 Jump to... 01:11 The Cirkel, circular second-hand fashion brand 06:00 Gap in the market that inspired the business 11:01 Realities and dark side of fast fashion 16:41 Fashion buying drivers & the desire to belong 19:33 From running a business to running a business with impact 23:27 Collaborators and competition in the green fashion space 26:08 Is sustainable men's fashion underserved? 28:34 Personal journey to live more sustainably 32:50 The importance of educating customers and technology 39:07 Greenwashing & fashion buying tips 44:11 When not to throw away: What's worth holding on to 46:21 Reselling strategy & The Denim Issue 49:58 Thinks to actually buy new 55:06 Sustainable heroes and second-hand fur 59:27 What keeps Eliza going A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Find out more: newtableproductions.com Follow us on: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok

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LOCAL CONVERSATIONS AT THE HEART OF GLOBAL CHANGE. A New Table Podcast shines a light on local businesses operating in alignment with the values of regenerative, sustainable and conscious living — and the remarkable individuals who run them. Join us at a new table of conversation around topics of nutrition, agriculture, environmental concerns, community building, personal betterment and responsible consumption. Cheers to optimism, practicality and finding common ground to improve what surrounds us, collectively, one step at a time.