The Not Quite Podcast

Why Don't We Talk About Perimenopause Until It's Too Late?

In today's conversation, Dr. Shahzadi Harper shares her journey into hormonal health, focusing on perimenopause and menopause. She discusses the importance of breaking the silence around these topics, the challenges women face in the workplace, and the need for better support systems. Dr. Harper emphasizes the significance of lifestyle changes, family support, and advocating for health within the NHS. The discussion also touches on the role of social media in raising awareness, the complexities of weight management, and the cultural attitudes towards alcohol consumption. Finally, Dr. Harper reflects on political correctness and inclusivity in today's society, highlighting the progress made while acknowledging the need for balance. 📍 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Shazadi Harper 02:31 Dr. Harper's Journey to Hormonal Health 06:52 Breaking the Silence on Menopause 11:36 The Impact of Work on Hormonal Health 15:41 Understanding Perimenopause vs. Menopause 19:59 Practical Tips for Managing Perimenopause 22:33 Supporting Loved Ones Through Menopause 27:38 Navigating the Conversation About Menopause 31:01 Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare 34:11 The Evolving Landscape of Healthcare 37:04 Weight Loss Injections: A Tool for Health 41:17 The Role of Social Media in Body Image 46:19 Navigating Alcohol Consumption and Health 51:50 Work-Life Balance and Flexibility in Employment 56:14 Political Correctness and Inclusivity in Society   Dr. Shahzadi Harper’s Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/drshahzadiharper/ [https://www.instagram.com/drshahzadiharper/]  Dr. Shahzadi Harper’s LinkTree  https://linktr.ee/electslb?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8fmKHHnqnoy6PpCEkLBXaAml_eOr4zgvOknvOvyjKAHScm1NZ3k7Jb4EPQA_aem_QILb8UYcOUlqNHF04R6VBQ [https://linktr.ee/electslb?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8fmKHHnqnoy6PpCEkLBXaAml_eOr4zgvOknvOvyjKAHScm1NZ3k7Jb4EPQA_aem_QILb8UYcOUlqNHF04R6VBQ]  🔗 The Not Quite Pod   🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ [https://www.nqpc.co.uk/]  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod]    🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod]    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7]  🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301]

Is Trading Less Risky Than Buying a House?

In this conversation, Lewis Crompton shares his journey from being a therapist to becoming a successful trader and mentor. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of community, and the risks associated with trading. Lewis emphasizes the need for proper education and mentorship in trading, debunks common myths, and provides insights into risk tolerance and financial freedom. He also highlights the significance of experience in leadership roles and the impact of trading on personal lives. 📍 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lewis Crompton 01:02 From Church to Trading: A Non-Linear Journey 06:19 The Eureka Moment: Discovering Trading 11:00 Taking Risks: The Decision to Invest in Education 16:28 The Importance of Commitment and Skin in the Game 20:19 Navigating the Noise: Trust in Trading Education 25:00 Understanding Risk: Trading vs. Other Investments 28:14 Engaging in Difficult Conversations 32:10 Debunking Myths in Trading 39:43 Finding Your Trading Mentor 44:39 Understanding Risk Tolerance 48:57 The Importance of Experience in Teaching   Lewis’s  Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/withlewiscrompton/ [https://www.instagram.com/withlewiscrompton/]  Lewis’s trading community https://www.instagram.com/startrading_community/ [https://linktr.ee/electslb?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8fmKHHnqnoy6PpCEkLBXaAml_eOr4zgvOknvOvyjKAHScm1NZ3k7Jb4EPQA_aem_QILb8UYcOUlqNHF04R6VBQ] 🔗 The Not Quite Pod   🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ [https://www.nqpc.co.uk/]  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod]    🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod]    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7]  🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301]  The content of this video episode is not financial advice. When investing your capital is always at risk, and it may go up as well as down

What Will Happen When People with Disabilities LEAD the Conversation?

In this conversation, Sinéad Lucey Brennan shares her journey from being an advocate for her sister with a disability to becoming a disability advocate herself after experiencing a hemorrhagic stroke. She discusses the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, the importance of reasonable accommodations in the workplace, and the need for open communication about disabilities. Sinéad emphasizes the significance of incremental change in disability advocacy and the necessity of including disabled voices in policy-making. She also highlights the importance of understanding and adapting to the needs of individuals with disabilities in various aspects of life, including housing and employment. 📍 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sinéad Lucey Brennan 01:10Sinéad's Journey to Advocacy 06:19Experiencing Disability from Both Sides 12:00The Shift Back to Office Work 18:05Conversations Around Reasonable Accommodations 25:25 Challenges in Disability Inclusion 30:05 Language and Communication in Disability Advocacy 37:06 Understanding Hidden Disabilities 44:11 Advocacy and Representation in Government 51:46 The Challenges of Accessibility 57:57 Policy Changes for Disability Inclusion   Sinéad’s  Instagram 📸 https://www.instagram.com/1_sinead?igsh=ZXB3OTNrNDc5aGNu [https://www.instagram.com/1_sinead?igsh=ZXB3OTNrNDc5aGNu]  Sinéad’s LinkTree https://linktr.ee/electslb?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8fmKHHnqnoy6PpCEkLBXaAml_eOr4zgvOknvOvyjKAHScm1NZ3k7Jb4EPQA_aem_QILb8UYcOUlqNHF04R6VBQ [https://linktr.ee/electslb?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8fmKHHnqnoy6PpCEkLBXaAml_eOr4zgvOknvOvyjKAHScm1NZ3k7Jb4EPQA_aem_QILb8UYcOUlqNHF04R6VBQ]  🔗 The Not Quite Pod   🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ [https://www.nqpc.co.uk/]  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod]    🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod]    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7]  🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301]

This Is Why Women Don’t Feel Safe — And Why It’s Still Ignored

In this conversation, Eliza Hatch, a photographer and activist, shares her journey into activism and photography, sparked by her experiences with everyday harassment. She discusses the normalization of such harassment, the challenges of advocacy, and the role of social media in amplifying voices. Eliza emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for conversations about gender issues and the need for empathy in discussions. The conversation also touches on the impact of extreme masculinity and figures like Andrew Tate on societal attitudes towards women. Eliza expresses hope for the future of gender equality, despite the ongoing battles against misogyny. 📍 Chapters 00:00Eliza Hatch: From Set Design to Activism 05:09The Impact of Everyday Harassment 09:56 Navigating the Complexities of Advocacy 15:00 The Role of Social Media in Activism 20:04 The Challenges of Monetizing Activism 24:53 Addressing Misogyny in Society 29:55 The Influence of Online Figures on Youth 34:59 Creating Safe Spaces for Conversations 39:59 Building Understanding Through Communication 43:48 The Importance of Nuanced Conversations 47:49 Navigating Online Discourse and Accountability 51:39 The Impact of Social Media on Awareness 55:42 Global Perspectives on Gender Issues 01:01:03 Hope and Progress in Gender Equality 01:06:36 The Last question    Eliza’s Instagram 📸 https://wEliza’s Instagramww.instagram.com/elizahatch/ [https://www.instagram.com/elizahatch/]  Eliza’s LinkTree https://linktr.ee/elizamhatch?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacu0HBwgKQgsoNenoMkvWrvy3MIQ8C8cOT6Y8TV9SrvLifnxBI_kftux4VFFg_aem_9ttiGvHKKHQo5lHz0DUQIQ [https://linktr.ee/elizamhatch?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacu0HBwgKQgsoNenoMkvWrvy3MIQ8C8cOT6Y8TV9SrvLifnxBI_kftux4VFFg_aem_9ttiGvHKKHQo5lHz0DUQIQ]  Cheer Up Luv LinkTree  https://linktr.ee/cheerupluv?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8ZfN1XOlf3_rHKBpqh5doTeayVS3LtQ_WCMETBd4PN9SgBk9mnbZQ_zhNQw_aem_jYzU5NnDN9DMrlql0yQcmw [https://linktr.ee/cheerupluv?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAad8ZfN1XOlf3_rHKBpqh5doTeayVS3LtQ_WCMETBd4PN9SgBk9mnbZQ_zhNQw_aem_jYzU5NnDN9DMrlql0yQcmw]  🔗 The Not Quite Pod   🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ [https://www.nqpc.co.uk/]  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod]    🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod]    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7]  🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301]

Making MAFS History: Jay Howard on Being the Show's First Disabled Contestant

In this engaging conversation, Jay Howard shares her journey of growing up with a limb difference, navigating relationships, and her experience on the reality show Married at First Sight. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of dating with a disability, the importance of representation in media, and offers valuable advice for others in similar situations. Jay emphasizes the need for open communication and authenticity in relationships, while also reflecting on the evolving landscape of disability representation in reality TV. 📍 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jay Howard 06:10 The Role of Prosthetics in Jay's Life 12:01 Journey to Married at First Sight 14:18 Navigating Family Reactions to Life Changes 17:25 Self-Discovery Through Vulnerability 20:20 The Complexity of Disability and Dating 23:16 Embracing Identity Beyond Disability 26:18 Experiences on Reality TV and Disability Representation 29:10 The Challenges of Online Dating 32:17 Building Genuine Connections Post-Show 36:48 Navigating Relationships with Disabilities 39:19 Authenticity in Dating 42:46 The Role of Media in Disability Representation 46:09 Reality TV and Disability 50:20 Authenticity vs. Editing in Media 53:18 Cultural Perspectives on Food and Disability Jay's Links 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jay_howard?igsh=MXFtejBpeHlwYTRmZw%3D%3D [https://www.instagram.com/jay_howard?igsh=MXFtejBpeHlwYTRmZw%3D%3D]  TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jayy_howard?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafSgg6DH8YVaFYj1ReaB9rtP7wlnq6Zl5dUWSwwVySL2WeTaBsKmwOgt86OCQ_aem_IR0ZePTROqLBn0CfTPMp7w [https://www.tiktok.com/@jayy_howard?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafSgg6DH8YVaFYj1ReaB9rtP7wlnq6Zl5dUWSwwVySL2WeTaBsKmwOgt86OCQ_aem_IR0ZePTROqLBn0CfTPMp7w]  🔗 The Not Quite Pod   🌐 Website: https://www.nqpc.co.uk/ [https://www.nqpc.co.uk/]  📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod [https://www.instagram.com/the.not.quite.pod]    🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod [https://www.tiktok.com/@the.not.quite.pod]    🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7 [https://open.spotify.com/show/7GG1WLjyWxTFb4fd9GbJeT?si=d14f5c370b374dc7]  🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301 [https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-quite-podcast/id1618677301]