The Middle-aged Bodcast

Raging Rich & T.A. Shelano
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Co-hosts Raging Rich and T.A. Shelano navigate middle-age and the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, while still enjoying the odd takeaway! Find our socials on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/middleagedbodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Chris DT Gordon: Surviving Flesh-Eating Bacteria and choosing gratitude

    3d ago

    Chris DT Gordon: Surviving Flesh-Eating Bacteria and choosing gratitude

    In this episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, we are joined by inspirational speaker, author and survivor Chris DT Gordon. Chris shares the incredible story of how a small scratch on his hand led to sepsis, necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating bacteria. Chris went through 15 surgeries, an induced coma, and the possibility of losing his arm, but his story isn't just about survival. It is about recovery, resilience, gratitude, kindness and choosing how you respond when life changes in an instant. We also talk about Chris' book From Survivor to Striver, The Attitude of Gratitude, the power of small acts of kindness, getting active again after trauma, marathon running, Comic Cons and why gratitude is not just a feeling, it's an action. An inspiring, funny and genuinely uplifting conversation about surviving the unimaginable and finding a way to move forward. Check out Chris' book "From Survivor to Striver: How gratitude can transform you into a superhero!" on Amazon Find out more about Chris on his website, Instagram, Threads and TikTok. 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk If you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  2. Keeping Active in Midlife: Parkrun, Cooking and Summer Plans

    Jun 16

    Keeping Active in Midlife: Parkrun, Cooking and Summer Plans

    In this episode of Season 7, we catch up on what we've been up to since completing our 12-mile charity walk in aid of Andy’s Man Club. T.A. talks about taking on his first Parkrun as we continue trying to stay active in midlife, while Rich gets back into cooking with a slow cooker spaghetti bolognese and starts thinking about what else he can try in the kitchen. We also chat about days out, comedy shows, cinema trips, immersive experiences, upcoming films, future plans for the Bodcast and why fitness, food and wellbeing will continue to be a big part of this season as we support Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign. 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk If you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  3. Walking for Men's Mental Health: Our 12 mile challenge

    Jun 9

    Walking for Men's Mental Health: Our 12 mile challenge

    In the first episode of Season 7, we look back on our 12-mile charity walk from Merry Hill to Birmingham city centre in aid of Andy's Man Club. From bacon sandwich temptations in the opening stages and unexpected roadside encouragement to aching feet, Whisper Gold-fuelled determination and a finish line complete with medals, banners and cheering supporters, we relive every step of the challenge. We also reveal how much we've raised so far, reflect on what the experience taught us about fitness, mental health and pushing ourselves beyond our comfort zones, and discuss why staying active in midlife is going to be a bigger focus for us moving forward. As part of that journey, we're proud to be supporting Age UK's Act Now, Age Better campaign throughout Season 7. Most importantly, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who donated, supported, encouraged and helped us smash our original fundraising target for Andy's Man Club. There's still time to donate if you'd like to support the cause via our JustGiving page. 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk If you've enjoyed listening, we'd love it if you could follow the podcast, leave us a review and drop us a comment. Every follow, rating and bit of feedback helps more people find the Middle-aged Bodcast and keeps us moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min

  4. Trailer

    The Middle-aged Bodcast - Season 7 Trailer

    Season 7 is here and fresh off the back of our 12 mile charity walk for Andy's Man Club, we're backing Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign. This season will focus on ways of keeping active in mid-life, interspersed with the usual banter, laughs and special episodes. Season 7 promises to be a summer sizzler. The Middle-aged Bodcast, getting older but having some laughs! 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 sec
  5. Battersea, Bumblebee & Blisters Incoming

    May 26

    Battersea, Bumblebee & Blisters Incoming

    With our 12-mile charity walk now just days away, we're back for a bonus Bodcast full of nostalgia, chaos and middle-aged adventure. Rich shares the story of his trip to Battersea Power Station from the incredible lift experience and fascinating history tour to finally stepping inside the Transformers store he'd been dreaming about visiting. There's talk of Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen and somehow an ongoing battle to actually find a bottle of Coca-Cola. We also chat about our preparations for the upcoming charity walk in aid of Andy's Man Club, reveal plans for a future 40th anniversary special on The Transformers: The Movie, and look ahead to the return of the Bodcast for Season 7. 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  6. Best Of The Bodcast: No Fly Travel

    May 19

    Best Of The Bodcast: No Fly Travel

    We're bringing you a 'Best Of' featuring clips from something we never expected to cover so in-depth on the Bodcast: No Fly Travel. It all started with a random article Rich read about Atomic Kitten's Liz McClarnon setting up an Instagram page, which ended up with Liz herself appearing on the Bodcast! To top it all off, T.A. was so inspired by Liz's no fly travel story, that he and Mrs. Shelano booked a train only holiday across Europe. This episode features clips from the following: Coffee Shop Frustrations and Real World Connections (Season 3)Liz McClarnon: Atomic Kitten, Celebrity MasterChef & No Fly Traveller (Season 4)No Fly, No Regrets: A 2,500-Mile Train Journey (Season 5) Follow No Fly Traveller on Instagram 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  7. Repost: Caralyn Dreyer on Mental Health, Identity & Finding Strength in Recovery

    May 12

    Repost: Caralyn Dreyer on Mental Health, Identity & Finding Strength in Recovery

    Hi Bodcasters, we're still gearing up for the charity walk at the end of May and Season 7 starting in June. So, we're bringing you a couple of reposts before some bonus content. This week, we're revisiting our Season 4 chat with Caralyn Dreyer, talking mental health and rediscovering yourself. Original episode description In this powerful and honest episode of The Middle-aged Bodcast, Rich and T.A. chat with Caralyn Dreyer: mental health blogger, single mum, and advocate - about her journey through depression, anxiety, adoption, eating disorders, and rebuilding her identity. Caralyn opens up about growing up as a biracial adoptee in a predominantly white community, surviving abusive relationships, and what finally led her to speak publicly about her struggles. She shares how launching her blog Darkness to Dialogue helped her connect with others and reclaim her voice - despite her social anxiety and years of self-doubt. Expect open discussion on: Breaking stigma around mental healthLiving well with depression and anxietyThe complexities of identity and belongingPostpartum depression and parenting through painHow sharing your story can help others feel less alone Caralyn’s warmth, humour, and resilience shine through in this heartfelt conversation that reminds us why honesty and empathy matter – especially in midlife. 📌 Find Caralyn's blog: caralyndreyer.blogspot.com 📱 Follow Caralyn on Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok and more - just search her name! 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk 🎧 Listen, share, and join the conversation. You are not alone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min
  8. Repost: Fantasy, Wellness & Fairy Realms – with Joel & Jay-Jay Flanagan-Grannemann

    May 5

    Repost: Fantasy, Wellness & Fairy Realms – with Joel & Jay-Jay Flanagan-Grannemann

    Hi Bodcasters, while we gear up for the charity walk and get everything lined up for Season 7 in June, we're keeping things ticking over with a few reposts and bonus Bodcasts. First up, we're going back to our chat with Joel and Jay-Jay Flanagan-Grannemann. This episode covers independent publishing, fantasy worlds, and some seriously real talk about changing your lifestyle to benefit your long term health. Original episode description This week, we're joined by husband-and-wife duo Joel and Jay-Jay Flanagan-Grannemann for a double helping of inspiration. Joel is the indie author behind the Servants of the Moon and Sun fantasy series - an epic reimagining of Sleeping Beauty with rich world-building, powerful women, and a surprising amount of heart. Alongside Jay-Jay (his editor, audiobook narrator, and wife), they share how they've built a creative life together - one book, chapter and cover at a time. They also open up about their incredible wellness journey, sparked by a life-changing health scare. Jay-Jay has lost over 100 pounds, Joel over 35 – all through sustainable lifestyle changes. From cutting sugar to cooking from scratch, their story is honest, motivating, and seriously inspiring. It's a warm, funny, and deeply personal chat about books, balance, blood pressure... and why sometimes love means saying goodbye to the ice cream. 📚 Learn more about Joel's books: https://servantsofthemoonandsun.com 🔗 Follow Joel on Social Media: Twitter/X | Bluesky 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk 👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for inspiring stories, honest midlife chats, and creative journeys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
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Co-hosts Raging Rich and T.A. Shelano navigate middle-age and the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, while still enjoying the odd takeaway! Find our socials on Linktree: https://linktr.ee/middleagedbodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Raging Rich & T.A. Shelano
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Raging Rich & T.A. Shelano
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    The Middle-aged Bodcast