Deal With It

Relationships are central to our wellbeing and happiness yet sometimes our communication leaves a lot to be desired. Best selling author and psychology columnist Oliver Burkeman joins Ellie Taylor to analyse how to turn the negative into the positive and foster healthy, well functioning relationships with all. From dating apps to lockdown woe, this will be a comedic journey through the trials and tribulations of the bonds we form and how we go about maintaining them.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode Ellie Taylor talks to the Head of Yahoo Finance UK, Lianna Brinded about one of the most taboo social topics in the UK - money. Is it ever ok to ask your friends or colleagues how much they earn? How do you ask for a pay rise without cringing from head to toe? How do you prevent an imbalance in spending causing relationships breakdown? And what about debt? How much are we really spending on our credit cards and how can we begin to make healthier financial decisions?   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode will unapologetically explore a subject that, even in 2020, many admit to still struggling to talk about. Ellie Taylor is joined by Certified Sex Therapist Gigi Engle to tackle all of the most common issues preventing us from having an incredible sex life. From sexual dysfunction and the orgasm gap to just how often we all are getting laid, no question will be off limits. Through a hilarious and open discussion this spicy episode will demonstrate just how beneficial opening up and communicating honestly can be for us all.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If we are lucky, ageing is a process that will happen to all of us... so how do we stop ignoring it and start to take steps to mitigate its adverse effects? Ellie Taylor is joined by GP and media medic Dr Zoe Williams, to understand the best ways to age well and to get to grips with how to live our best life at every age.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.