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Her Discussions with Dr Faye Bate

Dr Faye Bate

96 episodes

Her Discussions was created to be a go-to space for honest, unfiltered conversations about women’s health hosted by Faye Bate, a medical doctor and creator.

More about the show

From taboo topics to groundbreaking research, Faye and her guests bring personal experiences, evidence and empathy to the conversations that matter most. Each week, she sits down with incredible women and leading experts to dismantle myths, challenge stigma, and empower women with knowledge about their body, mind, and wellbeing.

Whether it’s fertility, hormones, mental health or the systemic inequalities in healthcare, no subject is off

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  1. Skincare Routine for Glass Skin + BEST Korean Products | Mini Episode

    · 11 min · S1 E42

    Would a dermatologist buy these? Every Thursday, we’re sharing the Buy or Bye Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're…

  2. Psychological Tricks to Becoming More CONFIDENT Without Faking It

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E43

    In today’s episode, we’re joined by voice and confidence expert Caroline Goyder, who helps people understand what’s actually happening when your voice shakes, your mind goes blank, or you suddenly start overthinking…

  3. Sex Expert: Every Girl Should Watch This By 25 | Mini Episode

    · 12 min · S1 E41

    Another Thursday, another mini episode! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week,…

  4. 7 Wardrobe Essentials That Make You Look Put-Together Every Day | Celebrity Stylist

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E42

    Are you still trying to figure out your personal style in your 20s? In this episode, we’re joined by stylist Flick Bartlett, who has worked with celebrities including Amber Davies, Binky Felstead, and Vanessa White,…

  5. How To Become Financially Stable In Your 20s | Mini Episode

    · 21 min · S1 E40

    Your latest mini episode is here! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes. This week, we're revisiting our episode with Ola, a leading voice in…

  6. 7 Nutrition Mistakes Most Active Women Don't Know They're Making | Sports Nutritionist

    · 1 h 29 min · S1 E41

    What if your training isn’t as effective as you think? 🏃 Siân Seccombe is a sports nutritionist, endurance runner, and content creator focused on fueling strategies for athletes. In this episode, we break down the…

  7. What Actually Helps Your Brain? | Mini Episode

    · 22 min · S1 E39

    Your latest mini episode is here! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This week, we're…

  8. 60 Minutes of Nutrition Advice Every Woman Should Know | Nutrition Expert

    · 1 h 24 min · S1 E40

    Why protein deficiency doesn’t actually exist, and the one nutrient 96 % of Britons are missing in their diet. Dr Federica Amati is a Head Nutritionist at ZOE and a medical scientist specialising in gut health and…

  9. Can These Products Improve Your Sex Life? | Mini Episode

    · 5:27 · S1 E38 · Explicit

    Another week, another mini episode for you! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This…

  10. Honest Conversation: Understanding Why People Detransition

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E39

    Kenny Ethan Jones is a leading trans activist and author, and the first trans man to front a period campaign. We explore how to find your true identity, how and why people detransition, and the influence J.K. Rowling…

  11. Beauty Items You (Don’t) Need | Mini Episode

    · 20 min · S1 E37

    We're back with another mini episode for you! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your health. This…

  12. Top Psychologist: The #1 Burnout Mistake Everyone Makes

    · 1 h 17 min · S1 E38

    Dr Ritika Birah is one of the UK's leading psychologists and speakers, with over 17 years of clinical experience. We'll explore how to deal with burnout, tips for achieving a better work–life balance, and how to let…

  13. Buy or Bye Bye with Fertility Expert | Mini Episode

    · 8:01 · S1 E36

    A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a breakdown of what actually works for your…

  14. I Said YES twice... the Full Engagement Story

    · 51 min

    How do you actually know if they’re the one?This week’s episode is a little more personal… and a lot more special.After sharing my engagement news, I was flooded with messages, questions, and stories from so many of…

  15. Buy or Bye Bye with a Food Expert | Mini Episode

    · 6:04 · S1 E34

    A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a quick breakdown of what actually works for…

  16. Career Expert: Watch This If You Want a Successful Career

    · 1 h 11 min · S1 E33

    Heather Elkington is one of the UK’s leading leadership experts, an author, and a TEDx speaker who has been featured in Forbes and GQ. We'll explore how to choose a career you’ll love, how to earn respect at work, and…

  17. Buy or Bye Bye with Gut-Brain Expert: The Best Anti-Inflammatory Products To Buy

    · 12 min · S1 E32

    A new mini-episode is dropping every Thursday... SURPRISE! Every Thursday, we’ll be sharing the Buy or Bye-Bye segment from one of your favourite Her Discussions episodes - a quick breakdown of what actually works for…

  18. Sex Expert: The Sex Ed Lesson Every Girl Should Have by 25

    · 1 h 12 min · S1 E31

    Dr Tara is a leading sex and relationships expert on Celebs Go Dating, a TED speaker, and featured in Cosmopolitan. In this episode, we’ll explore all about libido, how to foster connection and novelty in long-term…

  19. What Women AREN'T Told About Cycles, Hormones and The Pill | Female Brain Expert | Dr Sarah Hill

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E30

    Dr Sarah Hill is a leading voice on hormonal changes and the female brain. In this episode, we’ll explore how your menstrual cycle and birth control impact your brain, along with daily habits and supplements that can…

  20. Food Expert: 7 PROVEN Ways To Nurture Your Body

    · 52 min · S1 E29

    Professor Sarah Berry is one of the UK's leading experts in nutrition, a researcher at King's College London, and the Chief Scientist at ZOE. We'll explore the truth behind glucose spikes, what you need to know about…

  21. Sleep Expert: How to *ACTUALLY* Fix Your Sleep

    · 1 h 27 min

    Dr Lindsay Browning is one of the UK's leading sleep experts, holding a doctorate in insomnia from the University of Oxford. In this episode, we'll explore how to fall asleep faster, manage night shifts, and discover…

  22. Sex Expert: Every Girl Should Know These Facts by 25

    · 1 h 19 min · S1 E26

    Note: At 58:37, we talk about sexual assault, traumatic sexual experiences, and PTSD - if you find these topics triggering, please skip to 1:02:56. Kate Moyle is one of the UK’s leading psychosexual and relationship…

  23. Fertility Expert: The Hour Everyone Should Listen to Before Freezing Their Eggs

    · 1 h 05 min · S1 E25

    Dr Nagla is one of the UK’s leading fertility experts and last year’s most popular guest on Her Discussions Podcast. In this episode, we’ll explore the best time to freeze your eggs, what happens in the process, and…

  24. CHANGE YOUR LIFE for £0 | ultimate 2026 goals setting strategy (+ free template)

    · 27 min · S1 E24

    It’s wild that research shows a goal-setting gap, meaning women set goals lower than men. That’s why I had to record this episode. This is the perfect goal-setting strategy that combines all the possible strategy…

  25. Gut-Brain Expert: Best Proven Anti-inflammatory Foods

    · 1 h 16 min · S1 E23

    Dr Caitlin is a leading voice in neuroscience and nutrition and a PhD-trained expert in the gut microbiome–brain axis. In this episode, we’ll look at how the gut affects the brain, how to take care of it, and ways to…

  26. Psychologist: Methods To Manage Anxiety, Stress and Burnout

    · 1 h 05 min · S1 E21

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  27. Skincare Expert: Affordable Routine + Best Korean Skin Products

    · 1 h 51 min · S1 E20

    ad Discover probiotics that actually work. Smart Strains delivers the right strain, dose, and format, backed by real clinical trials. Have a…

  28. 5 Habits To Be A HIGH ACHIEVER in 2026

    · 30 min · S1 E19

    ad Discover probiotics that actually work. Smart Strains delivers the right strain, dose, and format, backed by real clinical trials. Have a…

  29. Why You Feel Ugly All The Time

    · 1 h 23 min

    Ordinary Em is a leading critic of an industry worth over 1 trillion that aims to make women feel bad about themselves, influencing and rethinking their social media consumption. In this episode, we’ll be digging into…

  30. Stop Letting Your Period Control Your Life | PMS & PMDD

    · 25 min · S1 E17

    (TW: This video contains mentions of suicidal feelings) Do you ever feel like you turn into a totally different person right before your period, crying over silly things, snapping at people you love, or feeling so low…

  31. How To Get 99% Ahead of MOST People In Your 20s | Finance Expert

    · 1 h 19 min · S1 E13

    It's honestly shocking how little we're taught about money, given how big a role it plays in our lives. That's why I knew we needed an episode on money, as financial health is just as important as physical health. Ola…

  32. Brain Expert: 2 Signs Your Nervous System Is Dysregulated

    · 1 h 35 min · S1 E12

    Did you know planning a holiday may give you more dopamine than actually going on one? This is for the girls who want to understand their brains, reduce stress, and create routines that work with their brains, not…

  33. Stop Hair Loss, Reverse Greys and Grow Hair | Dermatologist Tips

    · 1 h 09 min · S1 E14

    Have you ever wondered what’s causing your hair loss, how to stop it, which blood tests to do, or the best way to care for and wash your hair? If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to look after…

  34. I'm Finally Ready To Talk: The Real Reason I Quit Being a Doctor...

    · 56 min

    Have you ever felt like you weren’t good enough or been angry at how women’s health is ignored? These are some of the things I’ve never spoken about before, and that could change your outlook on life and your health.…

  35. You Need To STOP Making THIS Fitness Mistake! Health and Sport Science Expert

    · 52 min · S1 E12

    I was so shocked when I found out our generation is moving less frequently than previous generations. If you looking to get active or improve your performance but feel you have no time, no idea where to begin, or how…

  36. Sobriety Advocate: I Wish More People Knew THIS About Alcohol

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E11

    Ever wondered how alcohol actually affects your body? After this episode, you'll understand why hangovers trigger anxiety, how to break the drinking-guilt loop, and how to quiet a busy mind without reaching for a…

  37. Gut Health Expert: The Truth About Your Gut

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E10

    Have you ever wondered how probiotics, antibiotics, and stress affect your gut? If you’re looking for simple, science-backed, and easy ways to improve your gut health, this episode is for you! About the guest: Dr…

  38. 12 Things You Should NEVER Do | As A Doctor

    · 37 min · S1 E9

    This is what I wish more people knew about as a doctor obsessed with women's health and what I would never do. With fertility rates declining, misinformation being spread by the president of the USA, and women's…

  39. Women’s Health GP: How To Make Your Doctor Listen | Do THIS Before Your Next Appointment

    · 1 h 07 min · S1 E8

    Have you ever felt dismissed by a doctor and been labelled as ‘too dramatic’? If speaking up for yourself feels difficult, today you'll learn: • Practical tools to advocate for yourself • How to ask for better…

  40. Love Islander Turned Activist: Why I Got An Abortion

    · 1 h 03 min · S1 E7

    Sharon Gaffka opens up about what it was really like growing up mixed-race in the UK, entering beauty pageants despite the criticism, getting spiked on a night out, and why she’s now fighting to stop it from happening…

  41. Fertility Expert: Every Girl Should Know Before 25

    · 1 h 14 min · S1 E6

    If you’ve ever wondered whether the pill is compromising your fertility, worried you left egg freezing too late, or Googled “am I infertile?” because you’ve PCOS, you are not broken; you need answers. So many of us…

  42. How to Build a Relationship With Yourself, Especially If You Don't Like Your Body

    · 1 h 14 min · S1 E5

    What if everything you believed about your body was wrong? At 11, Nelly London started struggling with body image, eating disorders, and failed surgeries. But after years of shame, struggle, and healing, she is…

  43. Women’s Health Expert: It Took Me 30+ Years To Realise This

    · 1 h 13 min

    Dr Nighat has never had an easy path. Born in Pakistan, she immigrated to the UK at 9 years old. Since then, she’s been pushing against barriers: in her community, in medicine, and in society at large. However, she…

  44. How I Took Control of Endometriosis and Inflammation

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E3

    Sophie Richards endured excruciating chronic pain for 5 years before finally getting an answer. After a medical misdiagnosis and the wrong surgery, she was forced to quit her job and felt completely dismissed. But as…

  45. Leaving EVERYTHING behind, to follow her dreams

    · 58 min

    Dr Sarah is leaving everything behind to travel to Antarctica. She will spend a year researching how the human body reacts to Mars-like conditions, contributing to making space exploration safer for women too. She’ll…

  46. The 10-Min Daily Habit to Find Purpose, Set Boundaries & Finally Be YOU

    · 55 min

    If you’re struggling with people-pleasing, body image, or constantly putting others first, you’re not alone. In this first episode, Savannah Sachdev opens up about her journey through childhood challenges, anxiety, and…

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