Young At Heart

18. Accessibility in Sport Ft. Lisa Moseley from Yorkshire Sport Foundation

In this episode we are joined by the wonderful Lisa Moseley from the Yorkshire Sport Foundation. We discuss an array of issues from highlighting groups that struggle to access sports and exercise, the barriers they face, the allocation of funds, infrastructure and the exciting future of Your Back Yard. Please let us know what you think!

17. Veganism: The Pros and the Cons Ft Emily McKee from The Vegan Society

In this episode, we are joined by the brilliant Emily McKee, a dietician from The Vegan Society. We discuss all things related to veganism, including the origins, benefits and disadvantages of the lifestyle, environmental factors, and even Emily’s favourite vegan recipe. Please let us know what you think!

16. Brain Health, Dementia and Young People ft. Dr Laura Booi (Pt 2)

In this episode, we are very fortunately joined by the brilliant Dr Laura Booi from Leeds Beckett Centre for Dementia Research, as she talks to us about her latest research project, The Next Generation Brain Health Study. We discuss all things relating to brain health and dementia, including prevention, risk factors and cure. TRIGGER WARNING: At various points throughout this episode, we discuss issues concerning violence against women. If this is a triggering topic for you, please don’t hesitate to stop listening.

15. Dementia, Exercise and Brain Health (Pt1)

In this episode, Tony and Rachael discuss research they have gathered surrounding the benefits of exercise for our brain, and the possible reduction in dementia risk. This episode is part 1 of 2, as they will be joined by a senior research fellow from the Leeds Beckett Centre for Dementia Research, to help guide their knowledge about brain health and exercise!

14. Ageism ft. Elizabeth Griffin from LOPF

In this episode, we discuss all things related to ageism, and how it impacts all generations, not just older adults. Drawing on Elizabeth’s experience with everyday ageism within her line of work, the need for a change in our attitudes towards ageing is illuminated.