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

Repost: T.A. Shelano reads chapter one of "The Doctor's Hidden Patients"

Hi, Bodcasters, as we mentioned on social media this week, we're taking a short mid-season break. For the next couple of weeks we'll be bringing back some previous episodes before returning with brand-new episodes on 28 July. This episode features our very own T.A. Shelano reading the first chapter of his debut novel, The Doctor’s Hidden Patients. You can get an eBook copy of the novel from Smashwords as part of their 2026 Summer Sale. Get your FREE eBook copy of "The Doctor's Hidden Patients", the debut novel from Bodcast co-host T.A. Shelano as part of the Smashwords Summer Sale. [https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1644416] Use the code SS100 at checkout for 100% off. Offer good through July 31st, 2026. Original episode description What secrets would you uncover if your father’s dying words led you to a locked warehouse? In this gripping and exclusive audiobook-style episode of the Middle-aged Bodcast, co-host T.A. Shelano reads Chapter One of his debut sci-fi thriller The Doctor’s Hidden Patients. It begins with a heart attack in a supermarket car park - and ends with a shocking discovery behind a steel door. When Sarah Leidenstraum follows the trail left by her late father, Dr Robert Leidenstraum, she uncovers a secret so disturbing it could change everything she thought she knew. Set in 1999, this story weaves together emotional weight, dark humour, and slow-building suspense. If you're into dystopian fiction, family drama, or sci-fi with a conscience, this episode is for you. 📘 Love what you hear? Grab your copy of the book: 🔗 Buy on Amazon [https://amzn.eu/d/jd95LJB] 🔗 Visit the official website [https://shelanobooks.co.uk/] 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast [https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast/] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast [https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast/] 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast [https://x.com/MidagedBodcast] 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social] 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk [https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk/] 👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more laughs and good conversation! ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

"Act Now, Age Better" with Age UK

The Middle-aged Bodcast is proud to support Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign. Age UK’s research found that nearly half of mid-lifers used to dread school PE lessons, with millions still feeling traumatised by PE or put off exercise and sport for life. So in this episode, we're looking back at our own less-than-glorious memories of rugby, football and cricket among other sports and ask how people in midlife can find a way back into movement without any pressure, judgement or embarrassment. We also talk about some of the sports we actually liked, including Rich's surprisingly positive memories of tennis and hokey, and why finding an activity that suits you might be the key to moving more. It's not about channeling Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray or Roger Federer. Sometimes, just hitting the ball over the net is a good place to start. Find out more about Age UK's "Act Now, Age Better" campaign: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/get-involved/act-now/ [https://www.ageuk.org.uk/get-involved/act-now/] 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast [https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast/] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast [https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast/] 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast [https://x.com/MidagedBodcast] 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social] 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Terminator 2 at 35: Judgment Day, Arnie impressions & AI anxiety

It's our 75th episode, and we're going back to 1991 for a look at one of the greatest sequels ever made, Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Rich and T.A. revisit the James Cameron classic 35 years on, from Arnold Schwarzenegger's iconic T-800 to Robert Patrick's terrifying T-1000. The groundbreaking CGI, old-school practical effects and some truly terrible Arnie impressions. We also talk about whether Terminator 2 now feels less like sci-fi and more like a warning, with AI, machines, screens and technology becoming a bigger part of everyday life. There's nostalgia, favourite scenes, stunt work and a few questionable attempts at "I'll be back". 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast [https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast/] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast [https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast/] 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast [https://x.com/MidagedBodcast] 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social] 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [https://amzn.eu/d/05OUE0cW] Find out more about Chris on his website [https://chrisdtgordon.com/], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/chrisdtgordon/], Threads [https://www.threads.com/@chrisdtgordon] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisdtgordonauthor]. 📱 Follow The Middle-aged Bodcast Online! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast [https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast/] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast [https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast/] 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast [https://x.com/MidagedBodcast] 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social] 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

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 [https://www.instagram.com/midagedbodcast/] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast [https://www.facebook.com/middleagedbodcast/] 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/MidagedBodcast [https://x.com/MidagedBodcast] 🔵 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/middleagedbodcast.bsky.social] 🌐 Website: https://middleagedbodcast.co.uk [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 [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.