What's My Age Again?

In this bonus episode, Dr. Nichola explores the science of skin aging—revealing how your skin’s condition reflects your internal health.From sun damage and pollution to the myths around blue light, Dr. Nick breaks down the biggest culprits behind premature aging and shares her top three “Quick Fixes” to help you protect your skin at the cellular level.She’s answering your questions on hot topics like SPF, retinol, hydration, and the power of nutrition in maintaining your glow. Whether you're battling fine lines or just curious about collagen, this episode is packed with practical advice and surprising truths about your skin’s role in overall wellness.If you notice changes to your skin make sure you speak to a medical professional or your GP to get things check out and receive advice that’s right for you.And if you've got a question for Dr Nic, send it in on our socials or email [email protected] Producer: Mick CoyleSound Design: James Stodd

Natalie Cassidy joined the cast of EastEnders when she was still in primary school, at the age of 10, so she would be forgiven for feeling like she’s in her mid 50s when she is only 42.  Natalie could easily be crowned ‘most down-to-earth person in showbiz’, showing up to the recording fully kitted out in M&S and discussing how much she loves WhatsApping her own loyal listeners about their dirty underwear.  So will being the most normal celebrity in Britain mean that Natalie has swerved premature biological aging? She discusses her work and lifestyle with Katherine, including the time she broke a bone with the sheer force of her acting skills, why she’s been too busy to tie the knot, her love of cooking (and the accompanying cookbooks), and the pleasure of growing her own food.  Natalie’s book Happy Days is available with all reputable retailers, and she will be doing a one-off live episode of her podcast Life With Nat at the Clapham Grand on the 7th of December 2025.  Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Phil AtkinsExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonProducer - Elly LazaridesHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

As the seasons shift and the nights grow longer, Dr. Nichola Conlon dives into the science of how winter affects our bodies and minds.  From changes in mood and sleep to skin health and ageing, this episode explores the science behind seasonal shifts and offers practical advice to help you stay well through the colder months. And we’ll hear how something as simple as watching a sunset can help us make sure our body clocks are working in top condition. Also this week, Dr Nic answers more of your questions and we’ll wrap up some take-home ideas with the weekly “Quick Fix”. Send in your questions on email or voice note to [email protected], or drop us a DM on the socials If you are noticing mood changes, or impacts on your health as the seasons change, do make an appointment with your GP and get some medical advice that’s right for you. Producer: Mick Coyle Sound Design: James Stodd 

Katherine Ryan is 77 but will her partner Bobby Kootstra fare better in the biological age test? This episode is a window into the Ryan/Kootstra marriage - they talk about anything and everything - from his upbringing, to his red meat diet to why he doesn’t believe in the moon-landing.  Plus they have a heated debate on what’s best to feed their children.  Bobby lost his Dad when he was 10 and Katherine’s worried he’s suppressing this childhood trauma which may reflect in his biological age.  They also discuss the pressure of raising young kids and how he’s planning to cope when they have four.  Bobby’s background is in professional sports and he still trains hard. Dr Nichola Conlon stresses the importance of recovery time and takes a deeper look at his diet and drinking habits.  Bobby and Katherine recorded this before the arrival of their new little girl.  Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer - Stewart GrieveExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

In this episode of Dr. Nicola’s Second Opinion, Dr. Nicola reveals if beauty sleep is just a myth, or is there real science behind waking up looking biologically younger? Dr. Nichola dives deep into the structured stages of sleep, from light sleep to deep sleep and RE—revealing how each phase plays a critical role in cellular repair, emotional balance, and even reversing signs of aging.  She'll answer listener questions about hormonal shifts, stress-induced wake-ups, and erratic sleep patterns, all backed by compelling research and practical advice. Expect science you can understand, stories you’ll relate to, and quick fixes you can actually try.  Send in your questions for Dr Nichola using our social media channels or email [email protected] - Mick Coyle.Sound Designer - James Stodd.If you're struggling with sleep, and you can't get on top of your sleep patterns, it is something you can discuss with your GP or a medical professional

Jameela Jamil is in the last year of her thirties but she can’t wait to get older. She prefers how she looks now, loves wrinkles and is looking forward to the invisibility that comes to women as they mature.  The Good Place actress recently returned to the UK from the US because she missed British culture and feels actresses aren’t allowed to age in the StatesShe’s looking forward to being 85 and with former relatives getting to their 100th birthday – she may well get there.  Jameela is well known for saying what she thinks and she’s hoping that inability to hold back might be what keeps her young. Is venting your anger positive? What will the test say?  Dr Nichola applauds Jameela for not drinking and smoking and actually agrees that holding onto resentment and not expressing how you feel can cause stress, inflammation and a higher biological age.  If you want to hear more of Jameela you can find her on the podcast Wrong turns Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer - Courtney MargerisonExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

In this energising episode of Dr. Nichola’s Second Opinion, we explore how movement can be a powerful tool in the fight against ageing. From mitochondria to memory, Dr. Nicola explains how exercise boosts energy, brain health, and cellular function. Listener questions cover everything from midlife weight gain and joint stiffness to gym anxiety and forgetfulness. Plus, comedian Adam Buxton shares his complicated relationship with sport—and his daughter’s athletic lifestyle. And we’ll have some top tips for you to try at home with Dr Nic’s Quick Fix. Whether you're a fitness fan or a self-confessed "schlub", this episode will get you thinking differently about how and why you move.If you've got a question for Dr Nic - ping it over on our social channels or email your voicenotes or questions to [email protected] - Mick CoyleSound Designer - James StoddRemember, if you're thinking of taking on a new exercise regime, make sure you get some advice before starting out and find out from an expert what's best for you.

Emma Barnett is 40 years old and at the top of her game.  She’s regularly up at 330 in the morning to broadcast to the nation and to hold powerful people to account.  But will the early starts and work stress have played havoc with her body?  Emma’s used to asking the questions but in this frank, thought-provoking conversation, Emma talks openly about the impact of 6 rounds of IVF followed by early years parenting, her endometriosis, her more recent diagnosis of adenomyosis, and the lifestyle changes she is trying to alleviate her symptoms. She’s not too worried about how she’ll look as she gets older, but she is hoping to feel better as she ages with the long-term goal of retiring in Miami with big hair!From Kate Bush to Nigel Farage, to Nazanin Zahgari Ratcliffe, Emma has interviewed them all and is one of the youngest presenters ever to reach such heady heights of broadcasting.   But is she really? Listen in to find out!  Dr Nichola is, of course on hand to talk in more depth about endometriosis and how it affects inflammation.  Plus how and why shift work impacts our biological age.  Emma talks about anti-semitism in this episode which was recorded in August before the attack at the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester.  Emma also talked about her book Maternity Service and the range of colouring books she has created with her husband - Colour Your Streets  https://colouryourstreets.co.uk/?srsltid=AfmBOorUHbG2nR3Dez5OnzaSo8PHwdMgCp_vO9NTtzdWTvktKeQUQZaH Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Phil AtkinsExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave 

In this bonus episode of Dr. Nichola’s Second Opinion, resident scientist Dr. Nic delves into the science of nutrition and aging. Forget fad diets—this episode explores how everyday foods can literally program your cells, slow down your biological clock, and help you feel fabulous at any age.Dr. Nichola breaks down:Why whole foods are nature’s medicineThe hidden dangers of ultra-processed snacksHow sugar accelerates aging through glycationThe power of protein and the Mediterranean dietListener questions on fasting, skin health, and brain-boosting foodsPlus, hear Alastair Campbell confess his love of a certain chocolate bar and learn why even longevity experts also indulge in chocolate—sometimes.Tune in for practical tips, myth-busting insights, and Dr. Nic’s Quick Fixes to help you eat smarter and age better.Send in your questions using our social media channels or email [email protected] - Mick CoyleSound Design - James Stodd

(WARNING: This episode includes discussions of childhood abuse and mentions of suicidal ideation; listener discretion is advised.) His passport says he’s 59, but Alan Davies says he feels 264: so, what will Glycanage say? Alan and Katherine’s conversation ranges from the silly to the serious, complete with anecdotes about what could have been with Jennifer Aniston and starting a podcast under a duvet 15 years ago to facing a cancer diagnosis and the life-saving effects of the talking cure.  Alan and Dr Nichola Conlon bond over the miraculous properties of olive oil and Katherine urges Alan to treat himself to as many sun dried tomatoes as he pleases. Will Alan’s ‘Oreos don’t grow on trees’ attitude have lowered his biological age? Listen to find out.  If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs apply. And if you’ve been affected by any of the topics raised in this episode, there is more information and support at the website mentioned: https://www.1in5.info/  Senior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Phil AtkinsExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonProducer - Elly LazaridesHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

Our resident scientist Dr Nichola Conlon is here for a bonus episode that’s talking all things STRESS. When she’s on the What’s My Age Again sofa, Dr Nic explains the science behind our celebrity’s results.  But she’s only just getting started: On Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion she’s answering your questions and taking a deep-dive into the facts and stats about growing old – and what you can do about it. This week, Dr Nichola will tell you how stress can cause physical ageing by directly impacting your cells. Plus she’ll let you know how you can avoid its worst effects, and she’ll give you some handy hints you can try yourself, with Dr Nic’s Quick Fix: Stress Edition. You can drop us questions on the What’s My Age Again socials  or email your questions and voice notes to [email protected] If stress is impacting your life and you want to speak to someone, your GP is a good place to start, or find local mental health support services anywhere in the UK using the Hub of Hope ‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs applyProducer - Mick CoyleSound Design - James Stodd

We kick off Season 2 of What’s My Age Again?’ with the fabulous GK Barry aka Grace Keeling.  Grace is 26, but she says she feels 65 and wants to check out at 35!  But how old is her body? She made her name on Tik Tok but has recently broken into mainstream TV and says she does feel the stress of constantly being in the public eye.  She’s not worried about how she looks as she gets older, but admits she’s anxious about ill health that may come with old age.  In this fun, frank and open conversation, Katherine also delves into her family life and we find out about Grace’s idyllic early childhood in the Caribbean, her brother, her mum and her biological Dad and what’s putting her off having kids with her partner Ella Rutherford.  Dr Nichola Conlon advises Grace on how to deal with her anxiety as her career accelerates, whether kissing her dogs is good for her microbiome and recommends alcohol alternatives to Buzz Ballz. Grace recorded this before her 26th birthday  ‘If you want to try the Glycanage test for yourself, they are offering 25% off for WMAA listeners with the code WHATSMYAGEAGAIN25. Go to glycanage.com  T&Cs applySenior Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MaySocial Media -  Demi BrockwayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor - Mossie CassidyHead of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – James StoddExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonHead of Production – Cat MoranChief Creative Officer – Lucie Cave

This episode of What’s My Age Again is a little bit different - Katherine isn’t revealing anyone’s biological age - but instead, revealing the secrets of our microbiomes and bunking myths about our guts.  It’s all thanks to our friends - and friendly bacteria - at Yakult sponsoring this episode.  Katherine and Dr Nichola Conlon are joined by award-winning nutrition scientist Dr Emily Prpa. In addition to holding a PhD from King’s College London, Emily also boasts a near-perfect gut-biome score so we know she practices what she preaches.   Dr Emily calls herself a ‘friendly neighbourhood food detective’, who specialises in studying how different foods can make our bodies and brains feel their best, cutting through the noise to provide simple tips to improve our everyday wellbeing.   This episode on gut health is so much more than a science lesson - expect to hear about how kissing swaps bacteria, babies eating charcuterie, how one woman ‘cured’ her mental health conditions with her husband’s poo, why a c-section won’t harm a babies microbiome, oh - and what on earth a crapsule is.    Thank you very much to our friends - and friendly bacteria - at Yakult for sponsoring this episode.  

In the first of our bonus episodes ‘What’s YOUR Age Again?’, Dr Nichola Conlon takes your questions about biological age. It’s an extra episode while we’re working on Season 2 to find out what you want to know about longevity.  In this podcast we hear from Holly – she wants to know how being overweight impacts on biological age.  New mum Alice isn’t getting much sleep at the moment because of her young son – how will that be affecting her biological age and what can she do about it?   Dr Nichola also explains what happens to the body during menopause and what you can do to stay feeling well and energetic as your body changes. You’ll also hear highlights from Season One with our celebrity guests, Joanne McNally, Bryony Gordon and Sophie Ellis Bextor.  We'd love you to take part in ‘What’s Your Age Again?’ or if you have a questions about biological age for Dr Nichola, please message us on the What’s My Age Again socials https://www.instagram.com/whatsmyageagain_pod or email on [email protected]   Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Artwork – Ben Watkins Sound Designer – Holly SimondsChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

Adam Buxton is 56 years old and says he’ll be happy if the result comes in at anything under 65.  Reduced stress and life in the country with his loving family and dog should be reflected in the result and he’s hoping recent improvements in his diet and lifestyle will bode well.  He talks to Katherine about his split from his comedy wife Joe Cornish, how going to boarding school at a young age made him value friendships but gave him a fear of rejection with women.  He also talks about his mum, her attitude to ageing and how she handled end of life.   Adam runs through his new and improved breakfast routine with Nichola.  She assesses his new choices and gives the low-down on which are the food fads that will reduce inflammation and which are the ones to ignore.  Plus the benefits of living in the countryside and the positive impact of purpose and good relationships.  Adam recorded this episode when he was 55, just before his birthday.  He also talked about his new memoir ‘I Love you, Byee’.   Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

(WARNING: This episode includes strong language and sexual references which some people might find offensive)    Michelle de Swarte began smoking cannabis from a young age and while working as a model in New York and London did ALOT of recreational drugs.   She’s now 44 and working as a successful writer and comedian and tells Katherine she has replaced the class A’s with as many vitamins and supplements.  She’s not too worried about ageing but really nervous about her biological age and is hoping her new lifestyle will be reflected in the result.   In this brilliant, thought-provoking and open interview, she shares how her troubled childhood shaped her, how she got lost in the game of fillers and how she came to the positive decision to live life child-free.    Michelle de Swarte’s family describe her as Darth Vaper and Michelle admits she has more than the occasional puff.  Dr Nichola Conlon looks at the emerging science on vaping and smoking and how they affect biological age.  Nichola also assesses Michelle’s vitamins and which ones are best for her reversing the ageing process on the inside.   Michelle de Swarte wrote and starred in the BBC comedy drama Spent.  She’s on tour in the Autumn with her new show ‘The Afters’  that looks at youth, social media and ageing.    Lead producer– Molly Carter Social media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave 

Dame Denise Lewis is 52 but feels much younger and says if her biological age is any higher than 38  - she’ll sprint out of the studio in a strop.   She’s an Olympic Gold winner, a mum of 4 and now heads up UK Athletics which promotes young talent looking to represent the country.  She’s a high achieving woman, at home and and at work but says, over the years, she’s learnt when and how to ask for help.  For anyone juggling family, friends and work, it’s an inspiring listen and Denise tells an incredible story about turning fifty and how nothing was going to stop her from partying that day.    Dr Nichola Conlon deep dives into the menopause and explains how the body changes during that time and the dramatic impact it can have on your biological age.   Dame Denise Lewis’ book Adaptability Seven Lessons to Thrive in a World of Competing Demands is available now.  

Alastair Campbell co-hosts the UK’s most successful podcast, The Rest is Politics and a huge percentage of the audience is under thirty.  He tells Katherine why he thinks he still appeals to the young.     He’s 68 but he’s hoping his biological age will be 21.  If it’s not, he’s calling for a recount or an overhaul of the system!   His kids keep him feeling young, but Alastair says it can be challenging being the oldest man in the audience when he’s watching his comedian daughter Grace perform her often explicit set.    He lives a healthy life now but will colitis, stress and past struggles with depression and alcoholism have impacted on his biological age?  Dr Nichola Conlon gives her verdict on Alastair’s result and applauds his commitment to cold water swimming.  She explains what happens to the body when you plunge in cold water, and how long you need to be in cold water per week to get the health benefits.    If you want an explainer on how UK politics work, the books  Why Politics Matter and Alastair Campbell Talks Politics are available now  Alastair Campbell recorded this before he turned 68.  Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

John and Edward Grimes burst on to the scene in 2009 as a phenomenon on X-Factor, and have been a mainstay on the showbiz scene ever since.TV, movies, Eurovision: no one can escape this Irish duo's j-epic brand of entertainment.But what impact has more than 15 years of fame had on the boys as they became men?Their care-free, feel-good attitude is synonymous with the Jedward brand, but losing their mum at an early age, and playing the fame-game has had its own impact behind the scenes.Now 33, they've given Katherine Ryan a few drops of their blood to get it tested, so she can find out their biological age.As twins, their DNA is an exact match, so our resident scientist Dr Nichola Conlon explains how slight variations in diet and mindset could be a reason why their biological ages might differ...  And will the boys get competitive when the results are incoming? You bet! Lead producer– Mick CoyleSocial media -   Cassidy RebeloVideo Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave 

Katie Price says she’s in a better place than she’s ever been and at the age of 47 is finally fully in control of how she lives her life.    She’s been in the public eye since she was 18 years old and with sexual assault, 3 kidnap attempts and a hijack at gun point in South Africa she’s had way more than her fair share of trauma. In this hugely open and emotional interview, she talks to Katherine about her breakdown and the therapy she’s done over the years to deal with the drama she’s constantly lived with. But will the trauma have impacted on her biological age? Katie talks about her exes, Katherine and Katie bond over the bad men choices they’ve made over the years and Katie admits it’s left her with trust issues.  Katie talks lovingly, as always, about her 5 children and her adorable Harvey.  She says the door is always open to Dwight Yorke even though he’s never played a part in his son’s life.  Katie is charming and relatable as ever.  She says age doesn’t bother her but admits she’s addicted to changing her body through surgery and wants to have another kid. Dr Nichola Conlon explains the test to Katie and explains how trauma changes your hormones and impacts on your biological age.  Katie tells Nichola about her diet and Nichola explains where there’s room for improvement and the supplements she could start taking. Katie is in perimenopause and Nichola talks about how that can also impact on your biological age.  Katie talks about sexual assault, trauma and abuse in this episode which some listeners and viewers might find upsetting.  You can find support organisations here:  www.hubofhope.co.uk i Katie recorded this interview  before her birthday in May when she was 46.  Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – James StoddChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave 

Sheila Hancock tells Katherine that since turning ninety she’s been treated differently and says you have to battle against the limitations that society puts on you as you age.  Born in 1933, Sheila has been on our stage and screen for 70 years but in latter years has been best known for her writing.  She says the global political atmosphere now is reminiscent of the years before  World War Two and her and her contemporaries are alarmed.  But she says, with great troubles can come great change.She still misses her late husband John Thaw, who died 25 years ago, but says her curiosity and grandchildren keep her young.  She admits she has on occasion used the power of her title, Dame, to get tables in restaurants and get her own way!Dr Nichola Conlon and Sheila discuss how loneliness and isolation can impact on your biological age and Nichola talks about the difference between your life span and health span.   Nichola applauds Sheila, who has just joined a gym and says, you are never too old to exercise and build muscle.This interview was recorded before VE day.Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

 Sophie is in her mid forties and says she’s finally shed her inner critic and found a new power. She tells Katherine she’s more confident on stage now than she ever was in her twenties and says the resurgence of her hit single Murder on the Dance Floor has been wonderful and rejuvenating.   Her mother, Janet Ellis (famous for presenting Blue Peter in the 1970s) has taught her how to age well but she’s still worried having 5 kids may push her biological age into triple figures.   Her love of music, she says, has kept her playful and her and Katherine discuss if dancing is like having sex in a long-term relationship; you have to keep doing it, even when you don’t always feel like it.   Dr Nichola praises her for her diet and they all discuss the benefits of Sophie’s unusual, fermented rider request. Nichola talks about music and the science behind how it can reduce your biological age.  Plus why Sophie’s pandemic kitchen disco not only kept her young but probably reduced the biological age of anyone who joined in.  Sophie’s new album, the aptly named ‘Perimenopop’ is out on September 12th pre order here Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

For anyone struggling with addiction, this is an inspiring and life affirming listen.   Katherine talks to the open and funny Bryony Gordon about how a former life of alcohol abuse, cocaine addiction and binge eating may have impacted on her biological age.  She shares the seediest sides of that life and how she’s overcome her demons with running, a loving family and a positive outlook on food and her body.  She’s 8 years sober and that’s really when life began in technicolour for her.   But will she have done enough to reverse the damage done by addiction?  Bryony also has interesting insight on how she thinks eating disorder culture has changed and tells Katherine that she’s wholly at one with being size 18 and 14 stone.   Dr Nichola Conlon explains the science behind Bryony’s result and how typically alcohol and cocaine can impact on the body.   If you do drink, she explains which alcohol has the least impact on biological age and the positive effects of vitamin D, Omega 3 and the right medication.  This episode references suicide which some listeners may find distressing. The Samaritans helpline is open every day 24/7  https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan Further support can be found here  www.hubofhope.co.uk Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

At the age of 33, Olivia Attwood is the happiest she’s ever been but is she the heathiest?   Olivia first came into the public eye in full sun on Love Island and admits her attitude to sun health and work pressure could have been better.  Since then, whether it’s making documentaries or hosting a pod - she’s not been off our screens.  Will a professional life in full glare have aged her?  She talks about stress (which ages you), how her husband, footballer Bradley Dack has mellowed her and explains why she takes comfort in his past womanising.  Olivia admits her cosmetic surgery goal used to be to “look like a sex doll” but now she’s thinking about ageing and turning to regenerative treatments to stay young.  Dr Nichola Conlon talks about the studies that show how trauma and short-term stress impact on our biological age.  She looks at how you can reverse the impact of stress and the importance of sleep and recovery.  Nichola and Olivia bond over the proven benefits of hyperbaric chambers and agree they should be available for everyone.     Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

Jill’s first childhood memory is kicking a football, and she’s played sport all her life.  She’s 38 but how will elite sport have impacted on her body and her biological age? Will 16 years playing for England have taken its toll or kept her young and strong? Will she have to swop out the coffee for ginger tea?  She talks to Katherine about her childhood, her decision to retire and how being a woman in a man’s world has meant she’s had to constantly prove herself. She now co-hosts The Overlap with Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher and Ian Wright and she’s hoping their average of 55 will not have rubbed off on her biological age.  Dr Nichola Conlon delves into Jill’s lifestyle and looks at how intense exercise affects our bodies and our biological age.   She talks about how over-exercising changes women’s hormones and the importance of nutrition and recovery, especially for women.  

In this special episode of What’s My Age Again? Katherine reveals her own biological age.   She's asked all her guests to take the test so thought it was only fair that she did it too.     Katherine is clean living but she lives with Lupus, an auto-immune disease.  Will that impact on her result? As always, Katherine’s joined by Dr Nichola Conlon, who tells us more about how the Gycanage test works and what Katherine can do to optimise her biological health.   Chris Wincup, a consultant rheumatologist specialising in Lupus at King’s College hospital in London is also on the pod.  Katherine shares her experience of living with the condition and the episode sheds light on Lupus as a whole.  Who is most likely to be affected? Why does Katherine liken the disease to Trump?! Why do we know so little about Lupus that affects 1 in 1000?  If you want to find out more about Lupus you can find information here https://lupusuk.org.uk/  Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

Romesh Ranganathan is 47 but he thinks he’s heading for an early death. His worries were triggered by a health test 8 years ago, the premature death of his father as well as the negative health outcomes for South and Southeast Asian men.  But in recent years he’s transformed his health.   Will he have done enough to improve his biological age?  He tells Katherine he’s not bothered about getting older and admits he’s getting less ambitious as he ages. He also says that people with regular bodies like him have a duty to show their flesh to counter the images of perfection we are bombarded with on social media.     Dr Nichola Conlon explains how a pre-disposition to poor health impacts on your biological age and whether you can reverse it with lifestyle.  She also talks through the supplements that are clinically proven to help with biological ageing and the impact of excess weight. Romesh Ranganathan recorded this a couple of weeks before he ran the 2025 London marathon   Lead producer– Mick CoyleSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Henrietta HarrisonChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

Joanne McNally is an icon for single women who like white wine.   Pinotphile, her latest tour is as much like a hen do as it is a comedy gig but will life on the road have impacted on her biological age?  Have the excesses of single life aged her or kept her young? But it’s not just laughs in this conversation.  Joanne talks to Katherine about meeting her biological parents, how her eating disorder led to the career she has now and how, at the age of 41, she’s thinking about having children.   Resident scientist, Dr Nichola Conlon explains to what extent genetics dictate your biological age and digs into Joanne McNally’s lifestyle to discover it’s not as decadent as you might think.  If you want to watch this episode you can find a link to You Tube and the socials here linktr.ee/whatsmyageagain_pod  Lead producer– Henrietta HarrisonSocial media -   Cassidy Rebelo Video Producer – Elena CottonVideo Producer– David MayArtwork – Ben Watkins Video Editor -  Paul Collins-Reddin Head of Video – Edie JefferysSound Designer – Dominic DelargyExecutive Producer – Mick CoyleChief CreatIve Officer – Lucie Cave

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