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In 2006 Richard Hammond broke his brain. The high-speed jet-powered car he was piloting crashed at 319mph… and the thing that stopped the car from rolling? That was his head. Richard’s been on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth ever since, and now, he’s on a mission to demystify and destigmatise conversations around masculinity, mental health, and the issues that affect us all, in a bid to discover who we are now. Joined by his co-pilot and grown-up daughter Izzy, they’ll dive i ...
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The Magical Sorting Ceremony│Harry Potter Bedtime Story {ASMR}
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2:30:00Have you ever wondered which Hogwarts house you truly belong to? In tonight's sleep story, you will find out! :D This soothing Harry Potter ASMR bedtime story will transport you to the iconic school of witchcraft and wizardry, where you'll experience the excitement and nervousness of being a young student awaiting your sorting ceremony. As you rela…
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The Pumpkin Cat | 1HR Deep Sleep Story & Soothing Autumn Ambience
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57:57This Deep Sleep Story about the Sleepy Cat, complete with Autumn / Fall Ambience really is a cozy way to get ready for the season. 🍂 My ASMR Scottish Sleep Stories are the perfect 'guided meditation' to help relax and deal with insomnia. Fall / Autumn ambience also reduces anxiety, and improves stress relief. Let this guided meditation and sleep st…
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Unfortunate Update: Help Sam's Health Recovery and Return to Writing
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5:58Hi everyone. This is just a quick video to share with you all a very unfortunate event. Special thanks go out to my darling Christine, my family, friends, and all of the staff at the hospital. But equal thanks go out to all of you, and especially my patrons, for their incredible support and love. ❤️I am under no illusion that my injuries may take m…
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The Woodland Waterfall of Peace | Scottish Accent Sleep Story for Grown Ups (Soft ASMR)
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29:34Enjoy this magical, Scottish sleep story for grown ups (soft spoken ASMR) and relax for a while courtesy of Scotland's natural, musical sounds of the wilderness, to help you into a deep sleep. I really like this one. Another proper dream location of my mine. It's not based around any specific waterfall, as there are so many I've been to which all s…
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4 HOUR Dreamy Bedtime Stories & Fairy Tales ✨{40 Hz Binaural Beats SLEEP Music Therapy, ASMR}
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3:58:44In this video, we're going to be playing 4 HOURS of dreamy ASMR bedtime stories and fairy tales using 40Hz binaural beats music therapy. This will help you to relax and get to sleep quickly!If you're struggling to get to sleep, then this ASMR video is for you! We'll be playing 4 hours of soothing bedtime stories using special binaural beats music t…
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The Bonus Episode: Richard and Izzy look back on Season Three
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18:44It’s the final bonus episode of the season — can you believe it?! Richard and Izzy sure can’t. This week, they’re looking back on an incredible run of guests, from Professor Green to Tim Spector, Sam Ryder and more. Expect memorable moments and the standout lessons they’re taking into the next season (assuming they can stop the power tools long eno…
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James Buckley on becoming a father at 24 and the uncanny Top Gear/Inbetweeners crossover
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47:17This week, on the season finale of Who We Are Now, Richard and Izzy sit down with the star of White Gold, The Inbetweeners, and host of In Sickness and In Health, James Buckley. In this affirming chat, the three chat about young fatherhood, how The Inbetweeners celebrated boyhood and what he expects of his own sons in this new age of masculinity. L…
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The Bonus Episode: Can electric cars ever be exciting?
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19:25This week Izzy is off being very busy important, but she's left Richard a very important job... to answer your questions. Does he miss Men and Motors? What's his most treasured memory from the Grand Tour? And can electric cars ever be exciting? Find out on this week's bonus episode. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earli…
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David Harewood on breakdown and racism in the UK
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52:45This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we welcome acclaimed actor David Harewood. Known for his powerful performances in Supergirl, Homeland, and Blood Diamond, David shares his deeply personal journey—from facing racism throughout his life to experiencing a public psychotic breakdown. Hear how he rebuilt himself, found resilien…
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The Bonus Episode: Dr T on the support role men can play during the menopause
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24:13This week's bonus episode of Who We Are Now features Dr. T using a series of motoring metaphors to help Richard and Izzy better understand the science behind the menopause after their recent conversation with Dr Clare Spencer. Does the human brain really work in a similar way to a combustion engine? And what should men do to support the women in th…
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Ben Collins on being The Stig and the next James Bond
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56:49This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, they're joined by racing driver, stunt driver and actual Stig, Ben Collins. For the first time ever, Richard sits down with Ben to discuss the realities of blowing the whistle on being the man behind the mask, how the BBC tried to stop him, and who the most difficult star in the reasonably …
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Dr Clare Spencer on what ACTUALLY happens during the menopause
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53:55This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond tiptoe into the territory most men usually don't care to go... that's right, we're finally talking about the menopause. Joined by menopause expert Dr Clare Spencer, Richard and Izzy learn the truth and the realities of something that, contrary to popular belief, really does effect each and e…
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The Bonus Episode: What's Richard's Hammond favourite daily driver?
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22:00This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode as and ya shall receive - it's the car Q&A episode! How do you deal with road anxiety? What's the best buy for under £1,000? What do Richard and Izzy Hammond HATE about cars? And what car is Izzy picking up tomorrow? Find out on this week's bonus episode! Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a…
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RINGS OF POWER🍃✨🧙♂️ Lord of the Rings Audiobook | ASMR Bedtime Story
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1:56:04Immerse yourself in ASMR Rings of Power ambience with this Lord of the Rings-inspired Audiobook bedtime story, perfect for complimenting the Rings of Power series. ;) This is not just any LOTR audiobook, however. The SFX / ambience will take you to a whole new level of immersion in this magical sleep journey! You'll meet your favourite characters a…
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Sam Ryder on Eurovision drama and toxic positivity
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51:36This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond we hear from the (supposedly) most positive man alive, the internet's golden retriever boyfriend... Sam Ryder! Listen as the three chat Eurovision drama, crashing backstage at a Sum 41 gig, how not to meet your heroes (we're looking at you Evel Knievel) and if it's actually possible to be po…
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The Bonus Episode: Who's eating savoury pancakes?!
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26:38This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode we're live on location with Richard and Izzy as they tackle their hardest mission yet... pancakes! As they whisk and flip, they consider key points from this week's episode with Tim Spector OBE. Do we all look after our health enough? Why do we always end up on the bottom of the priority list? And most im…
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Tim Spector OBE on how fasting and diet changes can transform your health and save your life
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54:39This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re joined by Tim Spector OBE—renowned epidemiologist, medical doctor, science writer, and the visionary behind Zoe. Tim dives into the pivotal moment that transformed his life and sparked his mission to revolutionise the nation’s health. Listen in as Tim critiques Richard and Izzy’s brea…
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The Bonus Episode: Did Richard really leave his Porsche to run home for Izzy's birthday?
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15:57On this week's bonus episode Izzy goes solo! We're so proud. She opens up to us and answers your questions. Expect a car update, insight on the father daughter experience, and peek behind the curtain of what it's really like to have Richard Hammond as a dad. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Do…
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CEO of CALM Simon Gunning on how to talk to your kids about suicide
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59:43This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we chat to the absolutely brilliant and self professed "marketing w*nker" Simon Gunning on the incredible work that Campaign Against Living Miserably is doing to support thousands of people nationwide. The three talk about the difficult intersection between charity and corporate sensibility…
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The Bonus Episode: What are Richard and Izzy most afraid of?
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19:54This week on Who We Are Now's bonus episode, Richard and Izzy turn their attention to you! That's right, this week our favourite duo answer your burning questions. What car has Richard loved driving the most? Why does Izzy recommend screaming into a pillow? And what are they most afraid of? Find out all that and more on this week's bonus episode. L…
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Kelvin and Liz Fletcher on Strictly Come Dancing, and the leap from Emmerdale to farming
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50:03This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we’re thrilled to welcome the brilliant Kelvin and Liz Fletcher. Best known for their roles on screen—Kelvin in Emmerdale—the Fletchers made a bold leap from TV fame to farming, buying hundreds of acres of land with little experience. Join Richard, Izzy, Kelvin, and Liz as they dive into li…
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The Bonus Episode: Richard and Izzy race Lego cars
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21:10Competitive? Richard? Izzy? Naaaah, not at all! In this bonus episode, Richard and Izzy decide to do something that chills them out after a long day at work after chatting to someone that has an incredibly stressful job - Dr Benji Waterhouse. But, of course, with two competitive Hammonds in the house, it's not quite as mindful as you'd expect... Li…
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Dr Benji Waterhouse on schizophrenia and the stark realities of NHS psychiatry
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54:26This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we take a peek under the hood of the NHS' mental health services with psychiatrist, author and comedian Dr Benji Waterhouse. After writing his tell all book You Don't Have To Be Mad To Work Here, Dr Benji is on a one man mission to give voices to those who can't speak up for themselves. As …
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The Bonus Episode: How much do connections change our brain?
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26:06On this week's bonus episode of Who We Are Now, we welcome back Dr T to talk us through the science of connection, grief, and relationships. Can loss actually physically shape our brains?Do we need connection to exist? And how do we keep the memories of our loved ones alive in our brains? Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day…
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Professor Green on resilience, miscarriage and fatherhood
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54:20This week on Who We Are Now with Izzy and Richard Hammond, we welcome the absolutely brilliant Stephen Manderson, perhaps better known to you as Professor Green. After losing his dad to suicide at the age of just 24 years old, Stephen found himself as the voice of a generation after the release of the single Read All About it with Emile Sandé. Toge…
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Aaaaand breathe. This week's bonus is a mindful journey into the world of art, and is very relaxing if we do say so ourselves. Can art help your mental health? And do Richard and Izzy stand up to the prowess of Leigh? They're going to find out. Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it from…
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Leigh Francis on learning not to care and the real Keith Lemon
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54:37This week on Who We Are Now, Izzy and Richard are joined the man behind Keith Lemon, Avid Merrion and The Bear, it's Leigh Francis! In this whirlwind chat, the three talk Celebrity Juice secrets, how making clothes and costumes keep him sane, and Leigh's secret to success... how not to care. Listen now to hear exactly what Leigh is going to do next…
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The Bonus Episode: Richard Hammond's WORST ever jobs
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13:15This week on the bonus episode, Izzy gets inspired by Steve Jones' bonkers interview story and wonders... what was Richard's worst ever job? Join the duo for a Q&A on the weirdest, wackiest and absolute worst moments of Richard's career so far... Listen on Global Player to hear the next episode a whole day earlier than anywhere else. Download it fr…
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Steve Jones on his f**k it mentality and being a Welsh hunk
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57:40Richard and Izzy are back for season three! And they're kicking it off with the fantastic Steve Jones. From Welsh valley boy to top model in Korea to poster boy of F1, one thing has resonated throughout Steve's life... the words "f**k it". This week Richard and Izzy chat to Steve about how his potentially risky motto has moved him throughout his in…
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Richard and Izzy are back NEXT WEEK with more inspiring guests and insightful conversations. From the nation's favourite class clown Leigh Francis, chart smashing musician Professor Green, to Welsh hunk and F1 aficionado Steve Jones, don't forget to tune in next week for all-new content, packed with stories, expert advice, and conversations you won…
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The Grinch: A Cozy Christmas Sleep Story {Music & ASMR Ambience}
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1:30:00Here's a wee Christmas present to you ALL! :D You all know the story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, don't you? Of course you do! So lie back, make yourself comfortable and cozy, and enjoy this version of the famous Christmas ASMR sleep story to really get you in the mood! After this wee story ends, you can enjoy all of the wonderful sleep music…
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Coming January 2025... Who We Are Now Season Three!
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0:30Richard and Izzy return with exciting new podcast episodes, featuring inspiring guests and insightful conversations. Tune in January 2025 for all-new content, packed with stories, expert advice, and conversations you won't want to miss! Remember, you can listen on Global Player to hear the first main episode a day earlier than everyone else. Downlo…
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The World's FIRST Sleep Movie (Harry Potter Inspired Sleep Story TRAILER)
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1:16This is the World's FIRST Harry Potter (inspired) Sleep MOVIE.With magical visuals and stunning, immersive ASMR audio and voice acting, you'll ADORE this 6 HOUR sleep story if you're a Harry Potter fan. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sleep-movie-of-111956043?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=joi…
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The Bonus Episode: We're not having a midlife crisis!
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18:46Richard and Dr Jim are back! Hot off the heels of their very much NOT midlife crisis trip to the Himalayas, they're diving into the science of the brain after this week's main episode with the brilliant neuroscientist and author Dr Dean Burnett. They dial into the reassuring idea that the brain is shaped by both nature AND nurture, find more eviden…
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Dr Dean Burnett on the secrets of the brain and dealing with tricky emotions
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56:46This week on the season FINALE of Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy chat to top neuroscientist and bestselling author Dr Dean Burnett. Dr Dean has the answers on EVERYTHING about the brain, and we really mean everything. From how grief actually has a purpose, why men are not from mars, and women are not from venus, to why travel sickness happens and …
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The Bonus Episode: My frontal lobe and me
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27:04This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the brilliant Dr T is back to join Izzy to discuss this week's main episode with former Head of Race Strategy, F1 legend Bernie Collins. Listen to understand the fundamental differences between male and female brains, how your formative childhood experiences might dictate your career, and the reason …
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Bernie Collins on female engineers, pit wall drama and F1 secrets
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48:47This week on Who We Are Now Izzy's F1 dreams come true and the pair are joined by former head of race strategy at Aston Martin and current F1 strategy analyst Bernie Collins. Bernie tells her incredible story, from starting out at a very Derry Girls-eqsue school in Northern Ireland, working with the likes of Jensen Button and Sebastian Vettel, to b…
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The Bonus Episode: Alcohol, Acceptance and Finding Gratitude
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28:08Izzy joins the amazing Dr Tharaka live from a racing garage to delve into this week's thought-provoking episode featuring comedian and podcaster John Robins. With John speaking so candidly about his journey with alcohol addiction and his efforts to build a better life, Izzy and Dr Tharaka explore the importance of self-honesty, recognising and corr…
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John Robins on addiction, dream cars and Task Master secrets
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59:03This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy are joined by comedian and podcaster, the brilliant John Robins. After Izzy lifts the lid on some Task Master secrets, including the story of one very expensive Freddie Mercury jacket, John gets candid about his experience with addiction. Together, they unpick what addiction can actually look like, …
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The Bonus Episode: Revenge bedtime procrastination and how to sleep yourself thin
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25:33This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now a groggy and tired Richard and Izzy join Dr Jim from their holidays! After discussing a night of sleeplessness and prickly heat, the three get to grips with the most important parts of this week's episode with Dr Lindsay Browning. Expect more tips on how to sleep if you're not getting any, learn how …
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Dr Lindsay Browning on sleep paralysis demons and why you should NEVER press 'snooze'
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55:19How well did you sleep last night? This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond they're joined by the brilliant sleep expert Dr Lindsay Browning. Together, they learn that coffee might not be keeping you up, cheese most definitely does NOT give you bad dreams, and they find out the tips and tricks to help you get those much needed zzz'…
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Enchanted Scottish Fairy Tales ✨🧚 Bedtime Stories for Insomnia
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1:01:57We're going to share some enchanting Scottish Fairy Tales that are perfect for bedtime stories if you have insomnia. Like English Fairy Tales, this tale will take you on a journey and teach you important life lessons.Not a bedtime story person? No problem! These tales are also great for anytime you want to relax and enjoy a good story. Whether you'…
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The Bonus Episode: The L Word, how to get out there, and a good ribbing
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19:31This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim make friends... awwww. After this week's episode with Billy No Mates author Max Dickens exposed the enormous loneliness epidemic happening right now amongst men, we unpick why male friendships are so different and so important and that a good ribbing is sometimes exactly what your …
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Max Dickens on his missing best man and being a 'Billy No Mates'
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57:31This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond are joined by the author of Billy No Mates Max Dickens. After realising that he didn't have a close enough friend to ask to be the best man at his wedding, Max threw himself into research that revealed men have a HUGE friendship problem. Together, the uncover the issues that might be prevent…
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The Bonus Episode: Richard's intrusive thoughts and re-wiring your brain
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17:14This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now Richard and Dr Jim take an inward look at their own preposterous intrusive thoughts, highlights include shouting at the top of your lungs in an important event and stealing a gun from a policeman! In this look back on this week's main episode we remind ourselves that intrusive thoughts are uniquely h…
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Josh Fletcher on OCD, real life compulsions and Charlize Theron
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56:32This week on Who We Are Now Richard and Izzy are joined by one of their favourite guests from last season, anxiety therapist Josh Fletcher to answer the question, can you be a little bit 'OCD'?. Richard and Izzy will be the first to admit that they've thrown around the phrase 'that's a bit OCD around', and they know it's probably not quite right. A…
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The Bonus Episode: How to be grateful and the power of Dr T
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19:40On this weeks bonus episode Dr Jim get something off his chest… Dr T is really good! (Even if he is a psychiatrist). Richard and Dr Jim muse on the idea that we see the world through our own experiences, how the key to contentment might just be gratefulness and, in a handbrake turn, try to figure out whether Dr Jim might be prison bound! Listen on …
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Dr Tharaka on the power of the mind and the ONE exercise that can change your life forever
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56:14This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond we're joined by friend of the show Dr Tharaka. Dr T teaches Richard and Izzy just how powerful the mind can be, Izzy unleashes her competitive spirit, and we learn the one exercise that can change our mental and physical health forever. The power is in YOUR hands! Listen on Global Player to …
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The Bonus Episode: Building Barbie cars, unsightly sunburn and naked running
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21:47This week on the bonus episode of Who We Are Now the team turn into full hobbyists as they find out the best way to spend our past times... Post this week's episode with fellow Grand Tour-er James May and the CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, Richard, Izzy and Dr Jim discuss the importance of working with your hands, how building miniatures is an…
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James May and Olly Raeburn on escapism, nerdy hobbies and Richard Hammond's biggest secret
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49:57This week on Who We Are Now with Richard and Izzy Hammond Richard lifts the lid on one of his biggest secrets... his nerdy hobby. Joined by self professed nerd James May and CEO of Hornby Hobbies Olly Raeburn, the team unpick what it means to want to build a world for yourself. James fancies himself playing God, Izzy learns that she needs to temper…
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