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The Worst Girl Gang Ever is a real, honest emotive podcast that covers the heartbreaking subject of miscarriage, infertility and baby loss, expect honest conversations about unspoken experiences. Hosted by TWGGE founders Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham, this show is a chance to break the silence and really open up the dialogue around the topic of miscarriage and pregnancy loss. No more shame, no more taboo - let's ditch that for our children; the ones that will come, the ones that are and the ...
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I'm Alfie and I pod fantasy football. If you like your football with a spoonful of sugary fun, then you've come to the right place. As well as a weekly FPL show filled with fabulous guests, I host a collection of football-based interviews and games. Admittedly, this is a terrible podcast description. But you might enjoy my jingles.
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Crazy Sexy Food

Crazy Sexy Food

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Crazy Sexy Food is a podcast about the love of food, the importance of food and how food plays a part in different people’s lives. It’s about the people behind the food and the stories behind the people. The motive is to get to the bottom of our crazy, sexy food culture. Celebrities, restauranteurs, chefs and industry insiders are interviewed by Hannah Harley Young, a photographer by trade and a foodie at heart. Each episode she sits down with a new guest and discusses how food has played a ...
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In this episode, Lauren bravely shares her story of pregnancy loss, including the stillbirth of her twin boys, and the long, winding road that followed. She talks honestly about the emotional weight of carrying grief through subsequent pregnancies - the fear, the hyper-vigilance, and the loneliness that can come with trying to hold hope and heartbr…
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Sands’ Work with African, Caribbean and South Asian Communities Sands pregnancy and baby loss charity is committed to ensuring every bereaved parent has access to compassionate, inclusive, and culturally sensitive support following pregnancy and baby loss. To help achieve this, Sands has two dedicated Outreach Coordinators working with communities …
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This week we’re celebrating Christmas – with a twist! I’m joined by the wonderful and charismatic food writer, Tom Parker Bowles. Some may know his mother – Queen Camilla, some may know his brilliant writing, and some may have purchased one of his NINE books! Tom popped round for a coffee and chat and spoke all about his favourite Christmas traditi…
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Episode take-aways In this emotional episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Joanna shares her story of pregnancy, loss, and the complicated, tender reality of becoming a mother when things don’t go to plan. We talk about the headspace of infertility - the waiting, the wondering, the quiet heartbreak - and how isolating it can feel when everyone else …
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I’m joined by Sadie Frost for this week’s episode! Sadie is an actor, producer, director, fashion designer and now a qualified yoga teacher. Making a name for herself in the 90s, Sadie was part of a pop culture movement during the hedonistic Britpop era. These days, she’s more likely to be found in a jivamukti studio, eating clean and plant based, …
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In this episode, we sit down with Alex, who opens up about the heartbreak, confusion, and sheer emotional exhaustion of navigating multiple miscarriages while living halfway across the world from home. Now based in Singapore with her husband - and with zero plans to head back to the UK - Alex has had to make sense of her losses within a healthcare …
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Today I’m joined by my dear friend and star of The Real Housewives of London, Amanda Cronin! I’ve known Amanda for about 15 years now and seeing her light up my screens as the stand out star of Hayu's first-ever original series has made my life so much better! From an idyllic childhood in Hampshire, to the bright lights of London, Amanda is a go-ge…
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In this episode, we chat with the brilliant and brave Caiti, who takes us through the emotional chaos that is pregnancy, miscarriage, and trying again when life has already knocked the wind out of you. She talks about falling pregnant for the first time - the excitement, the dreams, the absolute gut-punch heartbreak of losing her son, Miles - and t…
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I’m joined this week by the gorgeous Sian Welby. She’s the host of the Capital Radio Breakfast Show, appears regularly on This Morning, and is a real bundle of joy and positivity! She popped over for a chat over a cuppa (apparently I made a good one!) and talked all about her upbringing in the East Midlands, her hustle from a young age to become a …
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with former X factor contestant Talia Dean as she walks us through the messy, magical, utterly heartbreaking rollercoaster that is trying to grow a baby in a world that doesn’t always play fair. She opens up about those first fluttery days of early pregnancy - the joy, the whispered hopes, th…
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This week I’m joined but one of the most inspirational women I’ve ever met; Fatima Whitbread. As an Olympic javelin champion, and world record holder, Fatima’s lifestory is one that will blow your mind. Behind all the global success, Fatima’s start in life was not for the fainthearted. She was abandoned by her birth mother as a small baby and subse…
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TW - there is chat about pregnancy after loss in this episode This week we’re joined by Jess, who so beautifully shares the story of her little boy, Charlie. Together, we talk about those first, fleeting moments of parenthood - the ones that take your breath away and never really leave you. We chat about the choices we make in those early hours: wh…
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This week I’m joined by Jussie Smollett; actor, singer and all-around creative soul. Jussie is no stranger to the spotlight, since his first big break back in 1992 in The Mighty Ducks. He’s most known for portraying Jamal in Fox’s Empire, however, Jussie has also faced the dark side effects of fame. In 2019, Jussie was the victim of a hate crime in…
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This one’s for the women who’ve been told to “just move on,” for those crying in the shower or clutching their partner’s hand at 3am. Because miscarriage is one of the hardest, loneliest things you’ll ever face. It deserves to be spoken about, felt, honoured. In this episode, we talk about the panic, the fear, and the sheer helplessness of managing…
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The gorgeous Helen Goh joins me this week on the sofa. As the pastry recipe developer extraordinaire, and long time member of the Ottolenghi family, Helen has been creating delicious bakes for over twenty years. As a trained psychologist, originally from Malaysia, Helen marries culture, heritage and childhood memories in her recipes. Her first solo…
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This week, we’re chatting with the wonderful Davina, who opens up about her journey to motherhood — the hope, the heartbreak, and all the messy bits in between. From the crushing lows of loss to the emotional rollercoaster that is IVF, Davina shares her story with honesty, humour, and strength that’ll stay with you long after you listen. We talk ab…
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This week I’m joined by one of the greatest voices this country has produced, Alfie Boe! As one of Britain’s most celebrated tenors, his career has spanned opera, musical theatre and pop. He’s won a Tony, played Jean Valjean in Les Misérables too many times to count, and has performed at sold out arenas around the world. Alfie came over to discuss …
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💔 Episode Summary In this beautifully open and emotional chat, Sarah shares the story of her little boy, Alfie - her first baby, born too soon. She takes us through the whirlwind of pregnancy complications, the rollercoaster of NICU life, and the heartbreaking loss of Alfie. This isn’t just a story about loss - it’s about love, courage, and the pow…
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This week I’m joined by Laurie Woolever. You may not recognise her by name but you’ll definitely know the man she worked for! None other than Anthony Bourdain. As Tony’s assistant for many years up until his passing in 2018, Laurie has worked in the culinary world for decades as a food writer, recipe tester, cookbook author and also as the assistan…
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This week, Bex & Laura dive deep into the fascinating (and sometimes downright confusing) world of the menstrual cycle, ovulation, and fertility. Whether you’re trying to maximise your chances of conceiving, wanting to learn a little more about your lovely lady bod, or just wondering what the bloody hell cervical mucus is all about — this one’s for…
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This week we have culinary royalty on the podcast! Michel Roux Jr popped round for a cup of coffee and a chat. Coming from such a prestigious family dynasty, we bonded over trying to prove yourself in a family business and the fact we are addicted to routine! Michel opened up about making the difficult decision in shutting Le Gavroche in 2024, his …
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This week we’re joined by the brilliant Olly Brown, who opens up about his family’s experience of miscarriage and the arrival of his daughter afterwards. Olly talks honestly about the devastation of loss, the ripple effect it has on partners, and why community support can make all the difference when you’re navigating grief. As if that wasn’t inspi…
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Pinch me! I cannot believe Estelle came to my home, sat on my sofa and spent some time chatting all about life with little old me! I was – and still am – a huge fan of Estelle’s; she really defined the UK music scene in the early noughties. Fresh from LA, Estelle joins me this week to talk all about her new music, life growing up in London as one o…
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This week, Bex & Laura sit down with the wonderful Carys and Tasha to talk all things IVF, loss, and love. Their story begins back in December 2021, when they started their IVF journey with all the excitement and nerves you’d expect. Along the way, they faced some of the hardest challenges- hyperstimulation syndrome, medical miscommunication, and h…
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Welcome back and welcome to Season 12 of the Crazy Sexy Food podcast! I took a little break this year to focus on other exciting parts of the brand, but I’m back bigger and better than ever! We have a new set up, an array of incredible guests and exciting, meaningful conversations all around food, life and everything inbetween. We kick this season …
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It feels good to be back! You're in for a treat this season. From leading global chefs, actors, musicians - and a few special surprises, Season 12 is going to be the best yet! I’m also so excited to be working with Wayfair.co.uk on this season! Why? Because just like great food, a beautiful home should be full of personality, quality, and joy. Wayf…
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: In this deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we welcome Serena, a courageous mother from Toronto, who shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son Christopher to stillbirth at 38 weeks after a seemingly healthy pregnancy. Serena opens up about the shock of umbilical cord complications (umbilical cord stricture), navigating postp…
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In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with community member Hannah as she bravely shares her deeply personal journey through pregnancy, miscarriage, and recurrent loss. Hannah talks candidly about: Experiencing an empty sac pregnancy and the shock of “no baby at the scan.” The devastation of multiple miscarriages and nav…
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, Sera and Corby share their heart-breaking journey through infertility, miscarriage, and the devastating loss of their baby girl, Tia, to Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18). They open up about: Living with PCOS, infertility, and fertility treatment Receiving a Trisomy 18 / Edwards Syndrome diagnosis during pre…
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Today I’m double dipping with Bettina Campolucci Bordi. Since she came on the podcast back in 2020, we’ve remained firm friends. Just shows you the magic of podcasting! Bettina is a chef, recipe developer, cookbook author, culinary wellness expert, and she hosts incredible retreats around the world! What a job she has – if you can call it that! We’…
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Today I’m double dipping with Jose Pizarro. As the godfather of Spanish cooking in the UK, it may come as a surprise that he very nearly became a dentist rather than a chef! Just over 25 years ago, Jose arrived in the UK not speaking a word of English, worked his way up the ranks and is now the chef-owner of several critically acclaimed restaurants…
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In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham speak with Georgie, former Great British Bake Off contestant, neonatal nurse, and bereaved mother, about her raw, unfiltered journey through stillbirth, miscarriage, baby loss, ADHD, and life after unimaginable grief.Georgie shares the heartbreaking story of l…
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In this episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we are joined by Ali Harris — bestselling author, mother, and now the writer of her most personal and powerful novel yet, This Wasn’t Meant to Happen.Ali shares her heartbreaking but inspiring journey through termination for medical reasons (TFMR) following a devastating Edwards Syndrome (Trisomy 18) dia…
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In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with Lucy Frank, a qualified psychosexual and relationship therapist, to dive into the emotional and intimate realities couples face when dealing with infertility, miscarriage, childlessness not by choice, and sexual dysfunction.We talk openly about the impact of fertility struggles …
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Today I’m double dipping with Francesco Mazzei. Considered one of the most renowned Italian chefs in the UK, he champions the cuisine of Southern Italy. He came on the special season of the podcast I hosted in partnership with Taste of London and I’ve considered him a friend since then. I love his generosity and Italian patriotism and can’t wait to…
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In this heartfelt episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we welcome Alicia — a passionate baby loss advocate, mother of three living children, and a woman who has bravely walked through unimaginable grief. Alicia shares her raw, deeply personal journey of miscarriage, stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, and the traumatic gaps in maternity care, particu…
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In this powerful and deeply emotional episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we reconnect with author, teacher and IVF warrior Laura Gallagher – also known as @RoboMummy – as she opens up about her ongoing fertility journey, life after loss, and the healing process after multiple miscarriages, including two traumatic ectopic pregnancies.Laura first j…
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In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex and Laura welcome back Ruth Corden, a fan-favorite guest, for a raw, relatable, and hope-filled update. Ruth candidly shares her journey of embracing a life without children, overcoming the heartbreak of infertility, and redefining what fulfillment and purpose look li…
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Today I’m double dipping with Sami Tamimi. As the co-founder of Ottolenghi, he has helped bring Middle Eastern food to homes around the world, changing the way we eat and think about food. Although we haven’t seen eachother in a while, he’s been as busy as ever. He’s released a new cookbook, Boustany, which focuses on vegetable led dishes he grew u…
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In this harrowing and unflinchingly honest episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we are joined by Victoria from Texas, whose journey through a molar pregnancy, emergency D&Cs, and chemotherapy will leave you stunned, heartbroken, and ultimately inspired.What began as a joyful pregnancy quickly spiraled into a medical nightmare involving a rare gesta…
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In this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with Indra, a Glasgow-based theatre maker, to explore the raw and unspoken reality of pregnancy loss at a young age. Indra shares her personal journey of grief, isolation, and ultimately, transformation through art.At just 13 weeks into an unplanned pregnancy, Indra…
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Today I’m double dipping with, Sarit and Itamar, the husband and wife duo behind one of my longstanding favourite spots, Honey & Co. They joined me on season 1 of the podcast and we delved into their backgrounds, the journey they’ve taken to opening and running such brilliant restaurants, and what influences their dishes. I’m here today to see what…
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In this deeply emotional episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with Pete Grimwade, a bereaved father whose unimaginable journey through neonatal loss inspired an awe-inspiring physical and emotional challenge: running 10 marathons in 10 days wearing a 10kg vest, raising nearly £30,000 for 10 life-saving charities.Pete opens up about the …
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In this deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with Ellie, a bereaved mother who courageously shares her experience of stillbirth at 38 weeks and her ongoing journey through grief, advocacy, and healing.Ellie tells the story of her daughter Matilda (Tilly), who was tragically stillborn following a failed ECV (external cephal…
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I am joined by the beauty that is Gizzi Erskine! Gizzi has been in the industry for years and she’s not just looks – but also substance! She trained at Leith’s, cut her teeth in many restaurants around the city including St John. Her knowledge of food is unmatched as well as her understanding of hospitality. She has owned and run several pop-up res…
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In this powerful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we sit down with writer and grieving mother Annie Peppiatt, and placental researcher Sharanam Soni, to explore the devastating reality of stillbirth, the silent epidemic of placenta-related complications, and the hope rising through pioneering medical research into delayed villous maturation (DV…
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In this deeply insightful episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we welcome back Dr. Sami, Fertility Consultant at Plan Your Baby, to unpack a vital but often overlooked factor in recurrent miscarriage and pregnancy loss: blood clotting disorders, also known as thrombophilias.Dr. Sami explains: What inherited and acquired clotting disorders are How c…
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Today I’m joined by the godfather of French cooking. Pierre Koffmann is chef royalty in my eyes. His career spans over six decades and some of the biggest names in the culinary world have worked under him; Gordon, Marco, Marcus.. the list is endless. He’s a 3 Michelin starred chef – he won the stars for his restaurant, La Tante Claire, and is renow…
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In this deeply moving episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, we’re joined by Poppy - a mum of three, including her daughter Daphne, who was tragically stillborn at 35 weeks.Poppy shares her raw and unfiltered story of stillbirth during the COVID-19 pandemic, the unbearable silence of walking out of the hospital without her baby, and the brutal emotio…
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In this powerful and emotionally resonant episode of The Worst Girl Gang Ever, hosts Bex Gunn and Laura Buckingham sit down with award-winning performance poet Harry Baker to explore the raw, messy, and rarely spoken-about reality of trying to conceive.Harry shares the deeply personal journey behind his viral spoken word poem “Trying,” a moving pie…
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