Afraid To Fart

Marion Bevington
  • 0.0 (0)
  • Alternative Health

Afraid to Fart: The Podcast You were taught to be ashamed of your body. Your body was never ashamed of you. It's time to drop the fear. Welcome to Afraid to Fart, the unapologetically quirky, deeply philosophical, and brutally honest podcast about IBS, shame, and the journey back to your own skin. Hosted by Marion Bevington, author, blind creator, and "snotty fart survivor," this is not your typical wellness content. No clinical jargon, no sterile advice, no apologies for being human and an important reminder that *Laughter is the best Medicine*" Why This Podcast Exists From birth, we're conditioned to believe natural bodily functions are rude or disgusting. But what if your body isn't broken, and is speaking a language you were never taught? Marion's journey began in a family of "polite" Catholic Irish alcoholics, where farting earned punishment. Decades later, IBS arrived with "snotty farts." Instead of suppressing the symptoms, Marion started listening, and discovered mucus isn't a malfunction. It's a boundary, protecting you from the anger you've swallowed your whole life. What You'll Get Raw, comedic episodes exploring: Shame & Conditioning: Where the fear was installed, and how to deprogram it.IBS & Gut Intelligence: Symptoms as messages, not enemies.Nervous System & Boundaries: Self-soothing, saying "no," and claiming your own space (hippos included).Blindness & Independence: Vision loss, lost privacy, and humour in adaptation.Philosophy & Potty Mouth: Off-the-cuff wisdom, tangents, and why vulnerability beats confidence.This podcast is for the Fearless Farters Fam: the misfits, the chronically embarrassed, and anyone who's ever sat frozen on a toilet, terrified someone might hear them exist. Healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's remembering you were never broken. Your Host: Marion Bevington A 62-year-old blind, bonkers and belligerent creator, author of Afraid to Fart, and the force behind afraidtofart.com. Part philosopher, part provocateur, all heart, Marion offers vulnerability, not confidence. In a world obsessed with perfection, that's the most radical act of all. Ready to stop being afraid? Visit afraidtofart.com for the book, audiobook, and community. Follow the podcast wherever you listen. And remember: if you're on the toilet, you're already in the right place. "Don't believe everything you think. Your thoughts were implanted. Question everything, including this." — Marion Keywords: IBS healing, gut shame, body communication, nervous system regulation, trauma informed, Yoga, retreats, relationships,deprogramming, emotional boundaries, blind creator, comedic healing, Fearless Farters, Afraid to Fart book, Marion Bevington.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Afraid to fart podcast episode 9 Juicy Peaches, Magical Manure and Making It Up as We Go Along

    What if the thing you call “overthinking,” “procrastination,” or even “being afraid to fart” is really your nervous system asking for safety? Marion Bevington turns a chaotic, hilarious, deeply vulnerable moment into a candid reflection on emotional regulation, self-soothing, and finding your way back to yourself when life feels like a wave crashing over your head. After a social media exchange leaves her feeling sensitive and defensive, Marion explores how emotional overwhelm can shape our reactions—and how practicing acceptance and self-soothing can help us regain our footing. With her trademark irreverence, she connects childhood conditioning, people-pleasing, procrastination, and the fear of criticism to the challenge of feeling safe in the present. In this episode, Marion reflects on - Why confusion can be part of making life up as you go along - How resistance can intensify anxiety and make avoidance more painful - Why self-soothing is a skill you can practice - How past experiences can shape present-day feelings of safety - Letting go of people-pleasing and learning to accept yourself Drawing on her own experiences and lessons from teachers including Bruce Lee, Alan Watts, and Ram Dass, Marion offers a funny, personal reminder that growth isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about learning to stay, soothe, and meet yourself where you are. For more about Marion’s book and work, visit **afraidtofart.com**.Recorded live and unfiltered, Episode 9 finds Marion Bevington applying everything explored across this series to a real moment of overwhelm: a viral comment that hurt her feelings, a wave of pile-on backlash, disappearing view counts, and a genuinely stressful collision with bureaucracy and debt collectors following her blindness diagnosis. Rather than editing the mess out, Marion walks through it in real time — naming the difference between being "discombobulated" (dysregulated, reactive, leaking energy into fear) and being "soothed" (centred, grounded, able to respond rather than react). She talks candidly about never having been taught self-soothing as a child, why procrastination is really just fear in disguise, and why she'd rather be a "juicy peach" that some people don't like than a dried-up one that pleases everybody. It's messy, it's honest, and it's the closest thing this series has to watching the theory get tested live. Visit https://afraidtofart.com to subscribe. Question everything (including this), and join the Fam. *"Remember, laughter is the best medicine."* — Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  2. Oct 21

    Afraid to fart podcast episode 8 Shimmy your shame into Shine at the Shamanic Yoga Disco

    Can a disco regulate your nervous system? Apparently, yes. In this episode, Marion Bevington introduces her Trauma-Informed Shamanic Yoga Disco — a one-day event combining somatic movement, playful yoga, shamanic journeying, and music — as the practical, physical answer to everything the podcast has been building toward. Marion breaks down what a dysregulated nervous system actually looks like: stuck in a spin cycle of either high anxiety or low despair, unable to settle into calm, clear, grounded regulation. She explains why healing on any level — physical, emotional, relational — can't happen while your system is stuck bracing for impact, and why "trauma-informed" doesn't mean removing every coping mechanism at once, but understanding what each one is protecting you from. There's also a moment of real bodily honesty: "tubular collapsation," Marion's term for when the body's tubes and posture are misaligned enough that a bit of mindful, breath-led push is genuinely needed — as opposed to the anxious, forced urgency most of us default to. Funny, physical, and surprisingly practical, this episode is about learning to let your nervous system — and your body — do what it already knows how to do, instead of fighting it. Visit https://afraidtofart.com to subscribe. > Question everything, and join the Fam. > *"Remember, laughter is the best medicine."* — Marion > https://linktr.ee/marionbevington > Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. > http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  3. Oct 15

    Afraid to fart podcast, Episode 7 — You've Been Swallowing What?

    What if IBS isn't your body being dramatic — but your gut trying to file a very overdue complaint? Marion Bevington brings humour and hard-won honesty to a conversation about swallowed anger, shaky boundaries, shame, and the messages our bodies may be sending. She reframes IBS as "I've Been Swallowing" — connecting the phrase to unspoken family anger, shame, and the difficulty of saying no. From her cheekily renamed condition to the Stress-Free Fart Formula and Anger Management for Arseholes, Marion explores what can happen when we're taught to keep quiet and say yes when we mean no. She reflects on the difference between privacy and secrecy, and shares candid thoughts on blindness, asking for help, and the everyday absurdity of living with voice technology. Her perspective is a prompt for reflection, not a substitute for medical advice — but expect a funny, frank, and unexpectedly moving chat about bodies, boundaries, and letting go of shame. Because sometimes your gut has a point, even if its delivery is... unmistakable. Visit https://afraidtofart.com to Subscribe. Do the quiz, join the fam, get the book and discover so much more Question everything, and join the Fam;remember, laughter is the best medicine."_ Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  4. Oct 3

    Afraid to fart podcast ep6 Deflecting Hurty Words Disarming Racist Burkes &Deprograming Filthy Turds

    Podcast description: Afraid to fart podcast episode six Deflecting Hurty Words, Disarming Racist Burkes and Deprogramming Filthy Turds! What if the labels you defend, the opinions you argue, and the “programming” you never question are the very things keeping you stuck? Marion Bevington turns the idea of being “afraid to fart” into a sharp, funny, and surprisingly practical exploration of identity, truth, and deprogramming. Marion brings her no-filter perspective to spirituality, human identity, language, labels, and the patterns that shape how we think. Along the way, Howard, her AI voice companion, keeps the conversation moving as Marion considers why curiosity matters more than certainty—and how we might question the beliefs we’ve inherited. In this episode, Marion explores: - Why she sees opinions as optional, but truth as important - How labels can contribute to division and conflict - What “deprogramming” means and how old beliefs can influence our lives - Why different ways of learning and recognizing patterns deserve understanding - How to notice the mental patterns that shape the way we experience the world Marion also shares her perspective on technology, language, history, and the ways people respond to difference. Her message is blunt but hopeful: question the rules you’ve absorbed, stay curious, and make room for connection beyond labels. For listeners who feel boxed in by expectations or are curious about new ways to think about identity, learning, and the stories we inherit, this episode offers a provocative conversation with plenty of humor and a call to look inward. Visit https://afraidtofart.com to Subscribe Question everything, and join the Fam;remember, laughter is the best medicine."_ Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  5. Oct 1

    Afraid to fart podcast, episode five the polite police, the time thieves and the truth murderers

    Pavlovian bells, dogs and pigs What can being afraid to fart teach us about shame, truth, and reclaiming our power? In this episode of *Afraid to Fart*, Marion Bevington turns a taboo subject into a candid conversation about fear, trauma, critical thinking, and the courage to be yourself. Marion shares how childhood punishment and shame shaped her relationship with her body, and why she believes “manners murders the truth.” A curious mismatch between her phone and a local clock tower opens the door to a wider reflection on time, timelines, and questioning the systems and beliefs we take for granted. Along the way, Marion explores how fear and shame can keep us from living authentically, how our emotional state affects the people around us, and why kindness and compassion matter as much as courage. She also reflects on trauma, the difference between healing and armoring up, and the importance of staying flexible, grounded, and present for the journey of life. Raw, funny, and unconventional, this episode is an invitation to let go of shame, think for yourself, and find the courage to live more honestly. Visit https://afraidtofart.com to Subscribe Question everything, and join the Fam;remember, laughter is the best medicine."_ Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  6. Sep 24

    Afraid to fart Podcast episode 4 the Pavlovian bell, the dog and the pig

    Pavlovian Bells, Dogs and Pigs What do Pavlov’s dogs, pigs’ bladders, nipple-fiddlers, football, smoking, coffee and your fear of farting have in common? Conditioning. In this episode, Marion takes you on a gloriously irreverent journey into the invisible bells, rules and reactions that train us to behave in ways we may never have consciously chosen. From Pavlov’s famous dogs to the conditioning of the human body, from cultural expectations to the habits we barely notice, Marion explores how easily a perfectly intelligent body can learn to hold, suppress, obey and adapt. And if dogs can learn that a bell means dinner, what have we learned to respond to? Maybe that farting is rude. Maybe that being heard is dangerous. Maybe that certain bodily functions must be controlled, hidden or held in. But what happens when you start noticing the bell? You might discover that the thing you thought was “just me” was something you were taught. Funny, filthy, philosophical and unexpectedly profound, Episode 4 of Afraid to Fart asks a very serious question: Who—or what—is actually running the show? Visit https://afraidtofart.com. Subscribe, question everything, and join the Fam. _"remember, laughter is the best medicine."_ Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  7. Sep 17

    Afraid to fart, episode three, the sovereign autonomous hippopotamus

    What does a hippopotamus have to teach us about sovereignty, personal boundaries — and farting? Quite a lot, apparently. In this episode of the Afraid to Fart podcast, Marion Bevington explores what it really means to be autonomous and sovereign: to make your own decisions, know what is actually your territory, and recognise where your territory ends. Along the way, we enter Marion's meat suit, meat soup and meat stew — her wonderfully irreverent way of exploring the body, emotional metabolisation, learned patterning and the unseen dynamics between people. There's also the story of her friend's ex-husband, sitting on his throne and proudly unleashing his toxic cloud over everyone else. Because there's a difference between being sovereign in your own space and deliberately invading somebody else's. And then comes the hippopotamus. The Sovereign Autonomous Hippopotamus has a surprisingly useful lesson: find the space that's available to you, make it yours, and don't take anybody else's. But just when you think we've established exactly what “you” means, Marion takes the conversation one step deeper — into identity. If you're spiritually curious, fascinated by the body, questioning old conditioning, or simply wondering how farting became such a complicated business, this episode may make you look at your own territory rather differently. Find your space. Make it yours. Don't take anybody else's. And just when you think you've worked out who you are, Marion turns the whole thing inside out with one final question: Who exactly is the “me” that I'm supposed to be sovereign over? That question leads directly into Episode 4 — conditioning. Visit https://afraidtofart.com. Subscribe, question everything, and join the Fam. "remember, laughter is the best medicine." Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  8. Sep 15

    Afraid to fart , episode 2 What if the body (and its farts) are not the problem?

    What If Your Body (and Its Farts) Are Not the Problem? What if being afraid to fart isn't really about farting at all? In Episode 2 of Afraid to Fart, Marion Bevington takes one of her favourite TikTok comments — “I used to be afraid to fart and then I saw you” — into a bigger exploration of fear, courage, confidence, competence, body awareness, autonomy and sovereignty. ### Courage, Fear and the Body What happens in your body when you're frightened? Marion explores staying present with fear, recognising your choices and no longer being trapped by fear. Being less afraid to fart doesn't mean farting in somebody's face or ignoring everyone around you. It means discovering that you can stay with yourself when something feels uncomfortable and choose what to do next. ### Confidence Comes After Competence Through hilarious examples involving babies, swimming and driving, Marion challenges the idea that you need confidence before you begin. Competence grows through doing, and confidence can follow. ### Stay in the Driver's Seat Marion explores nervous system regulation, choice and personal agency — becoming still enough to notice what is happening and find the solution available to you. ### Autonomy, Sovereignty and the Body What does it mean to inhabit your own body and life? Marion explores autonomy, embodiment and sovereignty, rather than waiting for somebody else to give you permission to be yourself. ### Going Blind, Childhood Patterns and Hypervigilance Marion shares her experience of going blind, the grief and loss of independence that followed, and rebuilding autonomy. She explores childhood patterns, hypervigilance and hidden body tension — and asks whether some things we think are simply “who I am” might actually be patterns learned through experience. ### Anger, Letting Go and Learning to Like Yourself The episode explores anger, rage, stubbornness, holding on and letting go, and what can be hidden inside physical tension. Ultimately, this is about becoming curious about your body rather than treating it as the problem — and learning to like yourself by discovering what's underneath the surface. What if your body — and its farts — are not actually the problem? A funny, frank and deeply personal conversation about fear, shame, courage, confidence, body awareness, nervous-system regulation, childhood patterns, hypervigilance, emotional regulation, autonomy, personal agency, embodiment and sovereignty. Visit https://afraidtofart.com. Subscribe, question everything, and join the Fam. "remember, laughter is the best medicine." Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. http://www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  9. Sep 9

    Afraid To Fart episode 1: the origin story

    Afraid to Fart: The Podcast Episode 1 You were taught to be ashamed of your body. Your body was never ashamed of you. It's time to drop the fear. Hosted by Marion Bevington, blind author and "IBS survivor" this channel is an unapologetically quirky, philosophical journey through IBS, shame, and metaphysical healing. No clinical jargon, no sterile advice, just raw truth. Marion discovered that mucus isn't a malfunction it's a boundary. Your symptoms aren't defects, they're messages. Your gut knows what you're swallowing. This is for the spiritually curious, emotionally constipated and metaphysically flatulant. Fearless Farters Famalam, the misfits, the embarrassed, and anyone terrified of being heard. Healing isn't fixing, it's remembering you were never broken. Visit afraidtofart.com. Subscribe, question everything, and join the Fam. "Don't believe everything you think." Marion https://linktr.ee/marionbevington Sponsored by The Fig Tree Hotel, Shanklin, home of The Art of Letting Go Retreat. www.thefigtreeshanklin.co.uk

  • 9 Episodes

About

Afraid to Fart: The Podcast You were taught to be ashamed of your body. Your body was never ashamed of you. It's time to drop the fear. Welcome to Afraid to Fart, the unapologetically quirky, deeply philosophical, and brutally honest podcast about IBS, shame, and the journey back to your own skin. Hosted by Marion Bevington, author, blind creator, and "snotty fart survivor," this is not your typical wellness content. No clinical jargon, no sterile advice, no apologies for being human and an important reminder that *Laughter is the best Medicine*" Why This Podcast Exists From birth, we're conditioned to believe natural bodily functions are rude or disgusting. But what if your body isn't broken, and is speaking a language you were never taught? Marion's journey began in a family of "polite" Catholic Irish alcoholics, where farting earned punishment. Decades later, IBS arrived with "snotty farts." Instead of suppressing the symptoms, Marion started listening, and discovered mucus isn't a malfunction. It's a boundary, protecting you from the anger you've swallowed your whole life. What You'll Get Raw, comedic episodes exploring: Shame & Conditioning: Where the fear was installed, and how to deprogram it.IBS & Gut Intelligence: Symptoms as messages, not enemies.Nervous System & Boundaries: Self-soothing, saying "no," and claiming your own space (hippos included).Blindness & Independence: Vision loss, lost privacy, and humour in adaptation.Philosophy & Potty Mouth: Off-the-cuff wisdom, tangents, and why vulnerability beats confidence.This podcast is for the Fearless Farters Fam: the misfits, the chronically embarrassed, and anyone who's ever sat frozen on a toilet, terrified someone might hear them exist. Healing isn't about fixing yourself. It's remembering you were never broken. Your Host: Marion Bevington A 62-year-old blind, bonkers and belligerent creator, author of Afraid to Fart, and the force behind afraidtofart.com. Part philosopher, part provocateur, all heart, Marion offers vulnerability, not confidence. In a world obsessed with perfection, that's the most radical act of all. Ready to stop being afraid? Visit afraidtofart.com for the book, audiobook, and community. Follow the podcast wherever you listen. And remember: if you're on the toilet, you're already in the right place. "Don't believe everything you think. Your thoughts were implanted. Question everything, including this." — Marion Keywords: IBS healing, gut shame, body communication, nervous system regulation, trauma informed, Yoga, retreats, relationships,deprogramming, emotional boundaries, blind creator, comedic healing, Fearless Farters, Afraid to Fart book, Marion Bevington.

Information

  • Creator
    Marion Bevington
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Marion Bevington
  • Show Website
    Afraid To Fart

You Might Also Like