Show overview
The Thriva Podcast has been publishing since 2019, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 31 episodes. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence, with the show now in its 5th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 39 min and 58 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 2.4 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2020, with 10 episodes published. Published by Thriva.
From the publisher
Welcome to the Thriva podcast. Join us as we dig into the many different aspects of health with leading experts. From myth-busting to practical tips you can bring into your daily life, we want to help take the guesswork out of managing your health with evidence-based information. To learn more, head to thriva.co. Plus, get 10% off your first Thriva blood test using the discount code THRIVAPODCAST.
Latest Episodes
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S5 Ep 3S5 E2: Building a healthy brain and slowing cognitive decline, with Professor Tommy Wood
In this episode, we're joined by Professor Tommy Wood to discuss some of the key pillars of brain health, and what you can do to optimise your brain health as you age, including: The power of lifelong learning How social and emotional relationships impact our brain health The link between heart disease, metabolic disease and a healthy brain The role of nutrition and supplements in brain health Exercising your way to a better brain Professor Tommy Wood BM BCh, PhD is a neuroscientist, elite-level professional nerd, and performance consultant to world class athletes in a dozen sports. He received an undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge, a medical degree from the University of Oxford, and a PhD in physiology and neuroscience from the University of Oslo. Tommy is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington and Visiting Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition. Get 10% off your first Thriva blood test today using code THRIVAPOD
S5 Ep 2S5 E1: Menopause
To kick off Season 5 and mark menopause awareness day, we speak with women's health specialist Dr Renée Hoenderkamp to discuss all things menopause, including: Menopause myth busting What menopause is, why it happens and when it happens What to expect during menopause and common symptoms What support is available to women during menopause, including HRT How menopause impacts your future risk of chronic diseases Tune in to find out more! Get 10% off your first Thriva blood test today using code THRIVAPOD
S4 Ep 9S4 E8: Stress and your skin
We speak to consultant dermatologist, Dr Anjali Mahto, about the links between stress and skin. From the role of your diet and supplements to skincare routines and conditions — tune in to find out more. Get 10% off your first Thriva blood test today using code SKINANDSTRESS
S4 Ep 8S4 E7: Hormones and metabolism
In today's episode, we're joined by Dr Sue Kenneally to discuss hormones and metabolism. We're covering everything from the role of insulin and leptin to ghrelin. Tune in to find out more. Get 10% off your first Thriva blood test with the code METABOLISM.
S4 Ep 7S4 E6: Exercise and your cycle
In today's episode, we're joined by expert Dr Renee McGregor. From the best type of exercise to do during your period to how changing hormone levels affect performance, learn how to harness the power of your menstrual cycle. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code EXERCISEONCYCLE.
S4 Ep 6S4 E5: Do supplements actually work?
In today's episode, we're joined by registered Dietitian Ro Huntriss to discuss everything you need to know about supplements. We're covering everything from vitamin IV drips and collagen supplements to if supplements can really mimic nutrients in food. Tune in to find out more. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code SUPPLEMENTS.
S4 Ep 5S4 E4: Do your genes determine your weight?
In today's episode, we're joined by Dr Tommy Wood to dig into the research behind weight and genetics. Do our genes influence our metabolism or eating behaviour? Why do some people find it harder to lose weight? Tune in to find out more. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code WEIGHTGENETICS.
S4 Ep 4S4 E3: Exercise as a "prescription"
Physiotherapist and researcher Dr Brendon Stubbs joins us to discuss the fascinating topic of exercise as a prescription for your mental health. How powerful is exercise for your mental health? And how much do you need to do to reap the rewards? Tune in to find out more. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code EXERCISING.
S4 Ep 3S4 E2: Heart rate variability (HRV)
In today's episode, our host Tom Livesey is joined by Dr Mike T Nelson to discuss heart rate variability (HRV). From covering the basics to what it actually is to how it relates to performance, tune in to find out all you need to know. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code HEARTRATE.
S4 Ep 2S4 E1: Salt and blood pressure
In the first episode of season 4, we're joined by nutrition expert Alan Flanagan to dig into the evidence behind salt, blood pressure, and heart disease. Is a high salt diet as bad as they say? Are some people more sensitive to the effects of salt? Tune in to find out. Get 10% off your first Thriva health blood test with the code SALT.
S4 Ep 1S4 E0: The intro
Welcome back to season 4 of the Thriva podcast. Join us as we chat with leading experts exploring everything from salt and blood pressure to the link between weight and genetics. Hosted by Tom Livesey, co-founder & CTO of Thriva.
S3 Ep 9S3 E8: Fasting
In this episode, nutritional scientist Danny Lennon joins us to discuss how fasting affects your health. Can long fasts help you live longer? Does it improve your metabolic health? Are there risks? Tune in to our season finale to find out everything you've ever wanted to know about fasting. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code FASTING Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 8S3 E7: Breathing
In this episode, GP and Breath Coach Dr Emma Thurston joins us to discuss how breathing affects your health. Is it powerful enough to treat anxiety? Can your lung function help predict your longevity? Tune in to find out more about what might be one of the most neglected factors in health and disease. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code BREATHING Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 7S3 E6: Testosterone
In this episode, Dr Brooke Vandermolen (AKA The OBGYN Mum) joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how testosterone affects women's health. Often considered a "male" hormone, testosterone is essential for many areas of women's health. Tune in to hear about everything from how it impacts your sex drive and fertility to your menstrual cycle. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code TESTOSTERONE Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 6S3 E5: Oestrogen
In the 5th episode of season 3, Dr Renee joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how oestrogen affects your health. From its crucial role in both female and male fertility to busting myths on HRT, find out everything you need to know about this often underestimated hormone. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code OESTROGEN Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 5S3 E4: Cortisol
In the 4th episode of season 3, Professor Kavita Vedhara joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how cortisol and stress affects your health. Cortisol is essential for our health but what happens when levels get too high or low? And why do some of us tolerate stress better than others? Tune in to find out. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code CORTISOL Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 4S3 E3: Running
In the 3rd episode of season 3, sports scientist Martin Yelling joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how running affects your health. Were we born to run? Is there an optimal time of day to run? Tune in to find out. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code RUNNING Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 3S3 E2: Wine
In the 2nd episode of season 3, Professor David Nutt joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how wine and alcohol affect your health. Does red wine have protective health benefits? Why don't we form memories when we drink too much? What's the safest level of alcohol to drink? Tune in to find out. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code WINE. Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 2S3 E1: Bread
In the first episode of season 3, consultant dietitian Maeve Hanan joins our host Tom Livesey to discuss how bread affects your health. Which type of bread is the most nutritious? Is gluten actually bad for you? Is bread a sustainable food? Tune in to find out. Get 10% off your first Thriva health test with the code BREAD. Follow us on Instagram or Twitter @thrivahealth
S3 Ep 1S3 E0: The intro
Welcome back to season 3 of our podcast: How does *blank* affect your health? Join us as we chat with leading experts exploring how different aspects of life, from oestrogen and cortisol to running and breathing, can affect your health. Hosted by Tom Livesey, co-founder & CTO of Thriva.