We cover everything from heart health and cancer care to women’s health, mental wellbeing and healthier ageing. You can listen or watch every episode, and you’ll find show notes and chapters at thedokkcast.com.
The Dokkcast provides general information and education only. It does not replace individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional about your own health.
Brought to you by Udokk, a platform built around credibility, not virality. udokk.com
© Udokk Ltd. Company number 16772147. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>We cover everything from heart health and cancer care to women’s health, mental wellbeing and healthier ageing. You can listen or watch every episode, and you’ll find show notes and chapters at thedokkcast.com.
The Dokkcast provides general information and education only. It does not replace individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always speak to a qualified healthcare professional about your own health.
Brought to you by Udokk, a platform built around credibility, not virality. udokk.com
© Udokk Ltd. Company number 16772147. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In this episode of the Dokkcast:
• The five gynaecological cancers: ovarian, womb (endometrial), cervical, vulval and vaginal
• The early signs of ovarian cancer, and how long to wait before seeing your GP
• What happens next: CA125 blood test, ultrasound, scans and biopsy
• BRCA genes, and why they matter for your sons and brothers too
• How treatment has moved on: surgery, chemotherapy, targeted drugs and PARP inhibitors
• Side effects, survival rates and living well after cancer
• Cervical screening, the HPV vaccine and the new NHS home testing kits
• Why charities like the Lady Garden Foundation matter
About the guest
Prof. Susana Banerjee is Research Lead for the Gynaecology Unit at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. She has been chief investigator on more than 30 clinical trials, was UK lead investigator for mirvetuximab soravtansine, which in 2026 became the first new ovarian cancer treatment recommended by NICE in over 20 years, and led RAMP 201, the trial behind the first approved therapy for low-grade serous ovarian cancer. She chairs the ESMO Resilience Task Force on clinician burnout and was President of the Royal Society of Medicine Oncology Section (2024–26).
Host: Dr Nara Daubeney, Consultant ENT Surgeon and entrepreneur.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Meet Prof. Susana Banerjee
1:39 Welcome to the Dokkcast
2:27 From cardiology to cancer care
4:39 Combining research and patient care
6:53 Why she chose gynae cancers
7:36 The five gynaecological cancers
10:10 Which are most common, and most deadly?
11:34 Vulval and vaginal cancers
13:46 Living well with cancer
15:22 Ovarian cancer symptoms to look out for
18:34 How long before you see your GP?
21:45 What happens at the GP: CA125 and ultrasound
25:31 Biopsy and ovarian cancer subtypes
27:34 BRCA genes, PARP inhibitors and your family
30:44 Stages, and why diagnosis is often late
32:21 Surgery: removing every speck of cancer
34:54 Chemotherapy and targeted treatments
37:08 Side effects: hair loss, neuropathy and more
41:42 Ovarian cancer survival rates
44:59 Inequality, obesity and rising womb cancer
46:58 Cervical cancer, screening and the HPV vaccine
50:49 NHS home testing kits
52:30 Signs of cervical and womb cancer: bleeding
53:41 Cervical cancer around the world
55:11 Life after treatment: intimacy and menopause
1:00:15 The Royal Marsden at 175
1:03:14 The Lady Garden Foundation and the role of charities
1:06:30 The next 20 years
LINKS
Prof. Susana Banerjee: https://www.susanabanerjee.com/about
Her ICR profile: https://icr.ac.uk/our-research/researchers-and-teams/dr-susana-banerjee
The Royal Marsden: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk
The Institute of Cancer Research: https://www.icr.ac.uk
Lady Garden Foundation: https://www.ladygardenfoundation.com
Target Ovarian Cancer: https://targetovariancancer.org.uk
Ovacome: https://ovacome.org.uk
The Eve Appeal (Ask Eve nurse line 0808 802 0019): https://eveappeal.org.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support (0808 808 00 00): https://www.macmillan.org.uk
NHS information
Ovarian cancer symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/symptoms/
Womb cancer symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/womb-cancer/symptoms/
Vulval cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vulval-cancer/
Cervical screening: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/
HPV vaccine: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/
NHS home testing kits: https://england.nhs.uk/2026/08/nhs-rolls-out-discreet-home-testing-kits-against-cervical-cancer-for-millions-of-women/
This video is general information, not medical advice. If you have symptoms that are new, persistent or unusual for you, speak to your GP.
#OvarianCancer #GynaeCancer #WomensHealth
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In this episode of the Dokkcast:
• The five gynaecological cancers: ovarian, womb (endometrial), cervical, vulval and vaginal
• The early signs of ovarian cancer, and how long to wait before seeing your GP
• What happens next: CA125 blood test, ultrasound, scans and biopsy
• BRCA genes, and why they matter for your sons and brothers too
• How treatment has moved on: surgery, chemotherapy, targeted drugs and PARP inhibitors
• Side effects, survival rates and living well after cancer
• Cervical screening, the HPV vaccine and the new NHS home testing kits
• Why charities like the Lady Garden Foundation matter
About the guest
Prof. Susana Banerjee is Research Lead for the Gynaecology Unit at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust. She has been chief investigator on more than 30 clinical trials, was UK lead investigator for mirvetuximab soravtansine, which in 2026 became the first new ovarian cancer treatment recommended by NICE in over 20 years, and led RAMP 201, the trial behind the first approved therapy for low-grade serous ovarian cancer. She chairs the ESMO Resilience Task Force on clinician burnout and was President of the Royal Society of Medicine Oncology Section (2024–26).
Host: Dr Nara Daubeney, Consultant ENT Surgeon and entrepreneur.
CHAPTERS
0:00 Meet Prof. Susana Banerjee
1:39 Welcome to the Dokkcast
2:27 From cardiology to cancer care
4:39 Combining research and patient care
6:53 Why she chose gynae cancers
7:36 The five gynaecological cancers
10:10 Which are most common, and most deadly?
11:34 Vulval and vaginal cancers
13:46 Living well with cancer
15:22 Ovarian cancer symptoms to look out for
18:34 How long before you see your GP?
21:45 What happens at the GP: CA125 and ultrasound
25:31 Biopsy and ovarian cancer subtypes
27:34 BRCA genes, PARP inhibitors and your family
30:44 Stages, and why diagnosis is often late
32:21 Surgery: removing every speck of cancer
34:54 Chemotherapy and targeted treatments
37:08 Side effects: hair loss, neuropathy and more
41:42 Ovarian cancer survival rates
44:59 Inequality, obesity and rising womb cancer
46:58 Cervical cancer, screening and the HPV vaccine
50:49 NHS home testing kits
52:30 Signs of cervical and womb cancer: bleeding
53:41 Cervical cancer around the world
55:11 Life after treatment: intimacy and menopause
1:00:15 The Royal Marsden at 175
1:03:14 The Lady Garden Foundation and the role of charities
1:06:30 The next 20 years
LINKS
Prof. Susana Banerjee: https://www.susanabanerjee.com/about
Her ICR profile: https://icr.ac.uk/our-research/researchers-and-teams/dr-susana-banerjee
The Royal Marsden: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk
The Institute of Cancer Research: https://www.icr.ac.uk
Lady Garden Foundation: https://www.ladygardenfoundation.com
Target Ovarian Cancer: https://targetovariancancer.org.uk
Ovacome: https://ovacome.org.uk
The Eve Appeal (Ask Eve nurse line 0808 802 0019): https://eveappeal.org.uk
Macmillan Cancer Support (0808 808 00 00): https://www.macmillan.org.uk
NHS information
Ovarian cancer symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/symptoms/
Womb cancer symptoms: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/womb-cancer/symptoms/
Vulval cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vulval-cancer/
Cervical screening: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/
HPV vaccine: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/
NHS home testing kits: https://england.nhs.uk/2026/08/nhs-rolls-out-discreet-home-testing-kits-against-cervical-cancer-for-millions-of-women/
This video is general information, not medical advice. If you have symptoms that are new, persistent or unusual for you, speak to your GP.
#OvarianCancer #GynaeCancer #WomensHealth
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In 1950, fewer than 1% of the UK population were obese. Today it’s more than 30%. So what changed?
In this episode we’re joined by Professor John Deanfield CBE, Professor of Cardiology at University College London. He is one of the world’s leading cardiometabolic specialists, a steering committee member for the landmark SELECT trial, the UK government’s first champion for personalised prevention, and a trustee of Our Future Health.
This is the first in a series of conversations. Here we look at how obesity became the biggest driver of ill health in the population, and why it’s a medical issue, not a cosmetic one or a failure of willpower.
In this episode:
Key takeaway: Managing your weight is about more than how you look. It shapes how well you live and how long you live. It’s an investment in your long-term health.
Find out more: ourfuturehealth.org.uk
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In 1950, fewer than 1% of the UK population were obese. Today it’s more than 30%. So what changed?
In this episode we’re joined by Professor John Deanfield CBE, Professor of Cardiology at University College London. He is one of the world’s leading cardiometabolic specialists, a steering committee member for the landmark SELECT trial, the UK government’s first champion for personalised prevention, and a trustee of Our Future Health.
This is the first in a series of conversations. Here we look at how obesity became the biggest driver of ill health in the population, and why it’s a medical issue, not a cosmetic one or a failure of willpower.
In this episode:
Key takeaway: Managing your weight is about more than how you look. It shapes how well you live and how long you live. It’s an investment in your long-term health.
Find out more: ourfuturehealth.org.uk
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>https://www.rbht.nhs.uk/specialists/dr-alexander-lyon
Some cancer treatments can affect the heart during treatment or even years later. In this episode of The Dokkcast, Dr Nara Daubeney speaks with Dr Alexander Lyon, consultant cardiologist at the Royal Brompton Hospital, about the rapidly developing field of cardio-oncology.
They explore how chemotherapy, targeted therapies, hormone treatments, radiotherapy and immunotherapy can affect cardiovascular health, and how personalised risk assessments are helping patients receive effective cancer treatment more safely. Dr Lyon also explains the warning signs, the value of monitoring and why exercise, diet and other healthy choices can make a meaningful difference.
This episode offers practical guidance for anyone undergoing cancer treatment, cancer survivors and those supporting a loved one through treatment.
00:00 - Introducing Dr Alexander Lyon and cardio-oncology
04:18 - Protecting the heart during cancer treatment
08:49 - What is heart failure?
12:30 - Balancing cancer treatment with cardiac risk
15:31 - Why cancer drugs can affect the heart
18:29 - The growing cardiovascular impact of cancer medicines
21:14 - Chemotherapy and long-term heart damage
25:06 - Targeted therapies, blood pressure and heart health
31:15 - Hormone therapies for breast and prostate cancer
35:29 - Radiotherapy and its long-term effects on the heart
39:58 - Assessing personal cardiovascular risk
41:46 - Exercise, diet and healthier cancer outcomes
45:02 - Making specialist cardio-oncology care widely available
49:58 - Guidelines, technology and the Onco Card
53:49 - The future of cancer immunotherapy
58:08 - Reverse cardio-oncology: can heart disease drive cancer?
01:01:38 - Practical advice for patients and cancer survivors
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>https://www.rbht.nhs.uk/specialists/dr-alexander-lyon
Some cancer treatments can affect the heart during treatment or even years later. In this episode of The Dokkcast, Dr Nara Daubeney speaks with Dr Alexander Lyon, consultant cardiologist at the Royal Brompton Hospital, about the rapidly developing field of cardio-oncology.
They explore how chemotherapy, targeted therapies, hormone treatments, radiotherapy and immunotherapy can affect cardiovascular health, and how personalised risk assessments are helping patients receive effective cancer treatment more safely. Dr Lyon also explains the warning signs, the value of monitoring and why exercise, diet and other healthy choices can make a meaningful difference.
This episode offers practical guidance for anyone undergoing cancer treatment, cancer survivors and those supporting a loved one through treatment.
00:00 - Introducing Dr Alexander Lyon and cardio-oncology
04:18 - Protecting the heart during cancer treatment
08:49 - What is heart failure?
12:30 - Balancing cancer treatment with cardiac risk
15:31 - Why cancer drugs can affect the heart
18:29 - The growing cardiovascular impact of cancer medicines
21:14 - Chemotherapy and long-term heart damage
25:06 - Targeted therapies, blood pressure and heart health
31:15 - Hormone therapies for breast and prostate cancer
35:29 - Radiotherapy and its long-term effects on the heart
39:58 - Assessing personal cardiovascular risk
41:46 - Exercise, diet and healthier cancer outcomes
45:02 - Making specialist cardio-oncology care widely available
49:58 - Guidelines, technology and the Onco Card
53:49 - The future of cancer immunotherapy
58:08 - Reverse cardio-oncology: can heart disease drive cancer?
01:01:38 - Practical advice for patients and cancer survivors
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Prof. Daubeney breaks down the underlying physiology of POTS, explaining why the heart races when standing and how gravity affects circulation. He highlights the crucial differences between pediatric and adult POTS, details the standard diagnostic toolkit (including ECGs, Holter monitors, and tilt table tests), and outlines a structured ladder of treatment. From simple lifestyle shifts like increased salt intake and targeted hydration to advanced pharmaceutical interventions like Midodrine and Ivabradine, this episode provides a comprehensive roadmap for patients, parents, and healthcare providers. Prof. Daubeney also shares a powerful message of hope, reassuring families that the long-term prognosis for pediatric patients is exceptionally bright.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:44 - What is POTS?
00:01:59 - Who gets POTS?
00:02:29 - Adults vs teenagers
00:03:45 - Symptoms overview
00:05:03 - How circulation fails
00:07:55 - Why symptoms vary
00:09:09 - Diagnosing POTS
00:10:13 - Ruling out other causes
00:11:41 - Key tests: ECG, echo, Holter
00:12:58 - The tilt table test
00:13:57 - Diagnostic criteria
00:16:11 - POTS vs orthostatic intolerance
00:18:12 - Life after diagnosis
00:19:06 - Fluids and salt intake
00:20:29 - Periods, iron and teenage girls
00:21:13 - Compression and movement
00:22:46 - Staying active
00:24:19 - POTS vs anxiety
00:25:02 - Prognosis and outlook
00:25:52 - Treatment: sodium tablets
00:26:21 - Medication options
00:27:11 - Slowing a racing heart
00:28:14 - Achieving good outcomes
00:29:02 - Referral pathways
00:30:31 - Reliable resources
00:31:09 - Adult vs paediatric POTS
00:33:13 - Autonomic dysregulation
00:35:21 - COVID-19 and POTS
00:37:30 - Myths and coexisting conditions
00:38:56 - The Netflix documentary
00:41:04 - Final advice
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Prof. Daubeney breaks down the underlying physiology of POTS, explaining why the heart races when standing and how gravity affects circulation. He highlights the crucial differences between pediatric and adult POTS, details the standard diagnostic toolkit (including ECGs, Holter monitors, and tilt table tests), and outlines a structured ladder of treatment. From simple lifestyle shifts like increased salt intake and targeted hydration to advanced pharmaceutical interventions like Midodrine and Ivabradine, this episode provides a comprehensive roadmap for patients, parents, and healthcare providers. Prof. Daubeney also shares a powerful message of hope, reassuring families that the long-term prognosis for pediatric patients is exceptionally bright.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:44 - What is POTS?
00:01:59 - Who gets POTS?
00:02:29 - Adults vs teenagers
00:03:45 - Symptoms overview
00:05:03 - How circulation fails
00:07:55 - Why symptoms vary
00:09:09 - Diagnosing POTS
00:10:13 - Ruling out other causes
00:11:41 - Key tests: ECG, echo, Holter
00:12:58 - The tilt table test
00:13:57 - Diagnostic criteria
00:16:11 - POTS vs orthostatic intolerance
00:18:12 - Life after diagnosis
00:19:06 - Fluids and salt intake
00:20:29 - Periods, iron and teenage girls
00:21:13 - Compression and movement
00:22:46 - Staying active
00:24:19 - POTS vs anxiety
00:25:02 - Prognosis and outlook
00:25:52 - Treatment: sodium tablets
00:26:21 - Medication options
00:27:11 - Slowing a racing heart
00:28:14 - Achieving good outcomes
00:29:02 - Referral pathways
00:30:31 - Reliable resources
00:31:09 - Adult vs paediatric POTS
00:33:13 - Autonomic dysregulation
00:35:21 - COVID-19 and POTS
00:37:30 - Myths and coexisting conditions
00:38:56 - The Netflix documentary
00:41:04 - Final advice
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Declan demystifies the complex anatomy of the vocal folds, explaining how a simple "buzzing" sound is modulated into the rich timbres of speech and song. Drawing from his unique dual background as a Cambridge choral scholar and a specialist surgeon, he shares vital insights into vocal pathology, the profound impact of emotion on speech, and why the aging voice is a "use it or lose it" muscle. Whether you are a professional performer or someone who simply relies on your voice for everyday communication, this episode is an essential masterclass in vocal care, debunking common myths (like gargling salt water) and highlighting when a hoarse voice is actually a sign to see a specialist.
Chapters
00:00 Intro — meet Declan Costello, ENT voice surgeon
00:43 What is the voice and how is it produced?
02:04 Vocal folds vs "vocal cords" — the real anatomy
03:42 Harmonics, overtones and vocal timbre explained
07:23 Vibrato — what it is and how singers control it
08:44 Singing in different languages
10:23 Declan's path from music at Cambridge to ENT surgery
13:38 What shows up on a singer's vocal cords
15:34 Stroboscopy — seeing the vocal cords in slow motion
16:16 Voice frequency and how voice is assessed (GRBAS scale)
18:18 Singers vs non-singers — why pathology differs
19:53 Vocal cord polyps — the Harry Kane example
21:31 Laryngeal papillomatosis — vocal cord warts
23:04 Hoarseness — when it could be something serious
24:21 Key takeaway: persistent hoarseness needs checking out
25:09 Emotional trauma and voice loss (aphonia)
27:17 Why getting checked early matters
28:24 Speech and language therapy — "physiotherapy for the voice"
29:34 Chronic throat clearing and the persistent cough cycle
30:50 Reflux, PPIs and throat symptoms
32:26 Hydration and vocal health
33:34 Steam inhalation for voice care
34:10 The "singer's formant" explained
35:58 Tonsillectomy considerations for singers
38:01 Globus pharyngeus — that "lump in the throat" feeling
39:54 How the voice changes with age
41:38 Retirement, muscle tone and "use it or lose it"
43:41 When should you actually see someone?
45:18 Common voice myths — gargling, aspirin, voice rest
46:13 Closing thoughts and wrap-up
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Declan demystifies the complex anatomy of the vocal folds, explaining how a simple "buzzing" sound is modulated into the rich timbres of speech and song. Drawing from his unique dual background as a Cambridge choral scholar and a specialist surgeon, he shares vital insights into vocal pathology, the profound impact of emotion on speech, and why the aging voice is a "use it or lose it" muscle. Whether you are a professional performer or someone who simply relies on your voice for everyday communication, this episode is an essential masterclass in vocal care, debunking common myths (like gargling salt water) and highlighting when a hoarse voice is actually a sign to see a specialist.
Chapters
00:00 Intro — meet Declan Costello, ENT voice surgeon
00:43 What is the voice and how is it produced?
02:04 Vocal folds vs "vocal cords" — the real anatomy
03:42 Harmonics, overtones and vocal timbre explained
07:23 Vibrato — what it is and how singers control it
08:44 Singing in different languages
10:23 Declan's path from music at Cambridge to ENT surgery
13:38 What shows up on a singer's vocal cords
15:34 Stroboscopy — seeing the vocal cords in slow motion
16:16 Voice frequency and how voice is assessed (GRBAS scale)
18:18 Singers vs non-singers — why pathology differs
19:53 Vocal cord polyps — the Harry Kane example
21:31 Laryngeal papillomatosis — vocal cord warts
23:04 Hoarseness — when it could be something serious
24:21 Key takeaway: persistent hoarseness needs checking out
25:09 Emotional trauma and voice loss (aphonia)
27:17 Why getting checked early matters
28:24 Speech and language therapy — "physiotherapy for the voice"
29:34 Chronic throat clearing and the persistent cough cycle
30:50 Reflux, PPIs and throat symptoms
32:26 Hydration and vocal health
33:34 Steam inhalation for voice care
34:10 The "singer's formant" explained
35:58 Tonsillectomy considerations for singers
38:01 Globus pharyngeus — that "lump in the throat" feeling
39:54 How the voice changes with age
41:38 Retirement, muscle tone and "use it or lose it"
43:41 When should you actually see someone?
45:18 Common voice myths — gargling, aspirin, voice rest
46:13 Closing thoughts and wrap-up
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Chapters
00:00 Welcome & Stacey's background (SLT + lactation consultant)
01:09 What speech and language therapists actually do
05:07 Becoming a lactation consultant
07:16 How breastfeeding problems present in clinic
09:47 Suck-swallow-breathe coordination & what's "normal"
14:29 What breast milk is (colostrum, foremilk/hindmilk, immunology)
19:08 When to seek help & the WHO breastfeeding guidelines
20:30 Breastfeeding myths (pain, hindmilk, "natural = easy")
27:38 Tongue ties: what they are & how they're assessed
44:09 Weaning: developmental readiness signs
46:50 Weaning myths (sleep, hunger, early starting)
51:43 Baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding vs. combination
55:48 Choking risk & food safety
60:00 Mouth breathing, nasal cycle & the "mouth taping" trend
69:30 Wrap-up
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Chapters
00:00 Welcome & Stacey's background (SLT + lactation consultant)
01:09 What speech and language therapists actually do
05:07 Becoming a lactation consultant
07:16 How breastfeeding problems present in clinic
09:47 Suck-swallow-breathe coordination & what's "normal"
14:29 What breast milk is (colostrum, foremilk/hindmilk, immunology)
19:08 When to seek help & the WHO breastfeeding guidelines
20:30 Breastfeeding myths (pain, hindmilk, "natural = easy")
27:38 Tongue ties: what they are & how they're assessed
44:09 Weaning: developmental readiness signs
46:50 Weaning myths (sleep, hunger, early starting)
51:43 Baby-led weaning vs. spoon-feeding vs. combination
55:48 Choking risk & food safety
60:00 Mouth breathing, nasal cycle & the "mouth taping" trend
69:30 Wrap-up
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In episode 9 of Dokkcast, Jenny joins us to talk about her career, her own health journey, and why 60 women being diagnosed and 21 dying every day in the UK from gynaecological cancers isn't talked about nearly enough.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:51 Early career: choosing Joseph over university
00:02:24 Lessons from a tough fashion retail culture
00:02:50 Setting up her own PR & comms agency at 23
00:06:59 Selling the business and growing with WPP
00:08:56 The charitable thread: Women's Aid, Great Ormond Street
00:10:12 Founding Access Aspiration (2012)
00:12:26 Lady Garden: the name and the mission
00:15:07 The origin story: Tamara Beckwith's mother
00:15:55 The numbers: 60 diagnosed, 21 deaths a day
00:17:36 Chelsea Flower Show: the gold-winning "Silent No More" garden
00:21:20 Male allyship and designer Darren Hawkes
00:23:27 Jenny's own health journey
00:25:46 The fertility journey begins
00:27:03 Twelve IVF rounds and twin daughters via surrogacy
00:27:35 A second surrogacy journey: son Marcus
00:28:02 Breaking the silence on pregnancy loss
00:30:13 The ambassador programme and the HPV vaccine gap
00:32:23 Celebrating ambassadors at the House of Commons
00:33:42 Access Aspiration's networking impact
00:37:41 How organisations can get involved
00:38:32 Emily Blaine's story and the Chelsea garden's inspiration
00:39:15 Gynae cancer symptoms to watch for
00:40:56 Lady Garden's NHS-backed chatbot
00:42:06 Launching the Lady Garden Tea Party
00:42:30 The T-shirt: names for the vulva, and losing the fear factor
00:43:41 Closing thoughts and what's next with Udokk
Jenny Halpern-Prince is the co-founder of Lady Garden, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of gynaecological cancers, and founder of Access Aspiration, an education charity supporting social mobility through work placements.
🎧 Subscribe to Dokkcast for more conversations on health, wellbeing, and the people driving change.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In episode 9 of Dokkcast, Jenny joins us to talk about her career, her own health journey, and why 60 women being diagnosed and 21 dying every day in the UK from gynaecological cancers isn't talked about nearly enough.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:51 Early career: choosing Joseph over university
00:02:24 Lessons from a tough fashion retail culture
00:02:50 Setting up her own PR & comms agency at 23
00:06:59 Selling the business and growing with WPP
00:08:56 The charitable thread: Women's Aid, Great Ormond Street
00:10:12 Founding Access Aspiration (2012)
00:12:26 Lady Garden: the name and the mission
00:15:07 The origin story: Tamara Beckwith's mother
00:15:55 The numbers: 60 diagnosed, 21 deaths a day
00:17:36 Chelsea Flower Show: the gold-winning "Silent No More" garden
00:21:20 Male allyship and designer Darren Hawkes
00:23:27 Jenny's own health journey
00:25:46 The fertility journey begins
00:27:03 Twelve IVF rounds and twin daughters via surrogacy
00:27:35 A second surrogacy journey: son Marcus
00:28:02 Breaking the silence on pregnancy loss
00:30:13 The ambassador programme and the HPV vaccine gap
00:32:23 Celebrating ambassadors at the House of Commons
00:33:42 Access Aspiration's networking impact
00:37:41 How organisations can get involved
00:38:32 Emily Blaine's story and the Chelsea garden's inspiration
00:39:15 Gynae cancer symptoms to watch for
00:40:56 Lady Garden's NHS-backed chatbot
00:42:06 Launching the Lady Garden Tea Party
00:42:30 The T-shirt: names for the vulva, and losing the fear factor
00:43:41 Closing thoughts and what's next with Udokk
Jenny Halpern-Prince is the co-founder of Lady Garden, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of gynaecological cancers, and founder of Access Aspiration, an education charity supporting social mobility through work placements.
🎧 Subscribe to Dokkcast for more conversations on health, wellbeing, and the people driving change.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Chapters
00:00 Introduction to GLP-1 and Women's Health
12:15 Nutritional Impacts of GLP-1
22:51 Protein Needs and Muscle Preservation
34:11 Long-term Considerations and Self-Image
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Chapters
00:00 Introduction to GLP-1 and Women's Health
12:15 Nutritional Impacts of GLP-1
22:51 Protein Needs and Muscle Preservation
34:11 Long-term Considerations and Self-Image
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro
00:25 Marcella’s Career Journey
02:30 Focus on Women in Their 40s
03:33 Menopause and Perimenopause Explained
05:54 Hormone Fluctuations and Symptoms
08:38 Weight Gain Complaints and Causes
10:56 Aging vs Menopause Metabolism
12:56 Visceral Fat and Heart Risk
16:22 Diet Patterns Protein and Fiber
19:57 Food Diaries and Evening Pitfalls
21:35 Balance Meals Early
22:01 Realistic Planning Tips
22:21 Protein Basics Explained
23:54 Plant vs Animal Protein
26:17 Vegetarian Protein Combos
27:25 Protein Needs in Menopause
28:33 Fiber 101 and Sources
30:33 Why Fiber Matters
32:09 Build Better Plates Fast
34:09 Sleep Stress and HRT
36:40 DIY Food Diary Method
38:49 Myth Bust Eat Less Move More
42:38 Reset Expectations and Wrap
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro
00:25 Marcella’s Career Journey
02:30 Focus on Women in Their 40s
03:33 Menopause and Perimenopause Explained
05:54 Hormone Fluctuations and Symptoms
08:38 Weight Gain Complaints and Causes
10:56 Aging vs Menopause Metabolism
12:56 Visceral Fat and Heart Risk
16:22 Diet Patterns Protein and Fiber
19:57 Food Diaries and Evening Pitfalls
21:35 Balance Meals Early
22:01 Realistic Planning Tips
22:21 Protein Basics Explained
23:54 Plant vs Animal Protein
26:17 Vegetarian Protein Combos
27:25 Protein Needs in Menopause
28:33 Fiber 101 and Sources
30:33 Why Fiber Matters
32:09 Build Better Plates Fast
34:09 Sleep Stress and HRT
36:40 DIY Food Diary Method
38:49 Myth Bust Eat Less Move More
42:38 Reset Expectations and Wrap
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In this episode, Professor Nara Daubeney is joined by Dr Laura Wood, specialist GP at Muse Medical and menopause expert, for a comprehensive and myth-busting conversation about what menopause actually is, what it does to your body, and what you can do about it.
They cover the difference between perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms like anxiety, poor sleep and weight gain are often missed or misattributed, why blood tests alone aren't reliable for diagnosis, and what a proper holistic workup actually looks like.
Dr Laura also explains the real risks and benefits of HRT — including why a 25-year-old study still shapes how millions of women think about it today, the truth about breast cancer risk in context, and why women are 30 times more likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than breast cancer. Plus: vaginal estrogen, testosterone, bone health, cardiovascular risk, and why there are no prizes for suffering in silence.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>In this episode, Professor Nara Daubeney is joined by Dr Laura Wood, specialist GP at Muse Medical and menopause expert, for a comprehensive and myth-busting conversation about what menopause actually is, what it does to your body, and what you can do about it.
They cover the difference between perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms like anxiety, poor sleep and weight gain are often missed or misattributed, why blood tests alone aren't reliable for diagnosis, and what a proper holistic workup actually looks like.
Dr Laura also explains the real risks and benefits of HRT — including why a 25-year-old study still shapes how millions of women think about it today, the truth about breast cancer risk in context, and why women are 30 times more likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than breast cancer. Plus: vaginal estrogen, testosterone, bone health, cardiovascular risk, and why there are no prizes for suffering in silence.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>
Bowel cancer. Breast density. Prostate MRI. Ovarian cancer. The future of blood-based cancer detection. It's all here.
Find more verified health voices at udokk.com or on the Udokk app — Apple App Store and Google Play.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>
Bowel cancer. Breast density. Prostate MRI. Ovarian cancer. The future of blood-based cancer detection. It's all here.
Find more verified health voices at udokk.com or on the Udokk app — Apple App Store and Google Play.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>They dive deep into epigenetics, whole genome sequencing, mitochondrial health, pharmacogenomics, and why a single yearly blood test gives you almost none of the picture you actually need. Brad also shares his unfiltered take on how the US insurance system is failing patients, why strength training is non-negotiable (especially for women), and what the UK gets right about movement that America has completely forgotten.
Whether you're curious about longevity, frustrated with conventional medicine, or just want to understand your own biology better — this conversation is packed with insight.
🔗 Learn more about Elevation Health: https://www.elevetion.com/
Timecodes:
00:00 – Introduction & Brad's background
01:00 – From athlete to injury: a near-sepsis experience at college
03:00 – Emergency surgery & a nine-month recovery
05:30 – Discovering the med-tech world through orthopedic surgery
07:30 – Seven and a half years at Stryker in sports medicine
10:00 – Moving into interventional radiology at Merit Medical
13:00 – Brad's personal health crisis: panic attacks & metabolic decline
14:30 – Working in genomic-based breast cancer diagnostics
16:30 – Why the US insurance system is failing patients
18:00 – Using pharmacogenomics to resolve his own anxiety
21:00 – Building the Elevation Health model from scratch
26:00 – Why quarterly biomarker snapshots beat the annual physical
27:00 – Epigenetics explained: day trading vs. futures on your health
33:00 – The five pillars of health span: social connection, sleep, nutrition, movement & CNS
36:00 – Whole genome sequencing & building your personal "health moat"
38:00 – Mitochondrial health and its links to cancer, Alzheimer's & autism
39:30 – The expert team behind Elevation: PhDs, dieticians & clinical leads
41:00 – Using data to drive real daily habit change
42:00 – Strength training for longevity — especially for women
47:00 – Walking culture: UK vs. US and what it means for lifespan
51:00 – Finding the cardio sweet spot without overdoing it
52:30 – Wearables, HRV, and what we actually know about heart rate variability
55:00 – Sleep quality vs. quantity — and why Brad changed his mind
57:30 – Melatonin mega-dosing as a brain reset (and the caveats)
01:00:30 – Psychedelics, trauma healing & emerging brain health research
01:03:00 – Building a personalised nutrition pantry through genomics
01:08:30 – Elevation's global vision and new partnerships (Ezra, full-body MRI)
01:10:30 – Leadership through curiosity: staying adaptive in a fast-moving field
01:12:00 – Closing thoughts
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>They dive deep into epigenetics, whole genome sequencing, mitochondrial health, pharmacogenomics, and why a single yearly blood test gives you almost none of the picture you actually need. Brad also shares his unfiltered take on how the US insurance system is failing patients, why strength training is non-negotiable (especially for women), and what the UK gets right about movement that America has completely forgotten.
Whether you're curious about longevity, frustrated with conventional medicine, or just want to understand your own biology better — this conversation is packed with insight.
🔗 Learn more about Elevation Health: https://www.elevetion.com/
Timecodes:
00:00 – Introduction & Brad's background
01:00 – From athlete to injury: a near-sepsis experience at college
03:00 – Emergency surgery & a nine-month recovery
05:30 – Discovering the med-tech world through orthopedic surgery
07:30 – Seven and a half years at Stryker in sports medicine
10:00 – Moving into interventional radiology at Merit Medical
13:00 – Brad's personal health crisis: panic attacks & metabolic decline
14:30 – Working in genomic-based breast cancer diagnostics
16:30 – Why the US insurance system is failing patients
18:00 – Using pharmacogenomics to resolve his own anxiety
21:00 – Building the Elevation Health model from scratch
26:00 – Why quarterly biomarker snapshots beat the annual physical
27:00 – Epigenetics explained: day trading vs. futures on your health
33:00 – The five pillars of health span: social connection, sleep, nutrition, movement & CNS
36:00 – Whole genome sequencing & building your personal "health moat"
38:00 – Mitochondrial health and its links to cancer, Alzheimer's & autism
39:30 – The expert team behind Elevation: PhDs, dieticians & clinical leads
41:00 – Using data to drive real daily habit change
42:00 – Strength training for longevity — especially for women
47:00 – Walking culture: UK vs. US and what it means for lifespan
51:00 – Finding the cardio sweet spot without overdoing it
52:30 – Wearables, HRV, and what we actually know about heart rate variability
55:00 – Sleep quality vs. quantity — and why Brad changed his mind
57:30 – Melatonin mega-dosing as a brain reset (and the caveats)
01:00:30 – Psychedelics, trauma healing & emerging brain health research
01:03:00 – Building a personalised nutrition pantry through genomics
01:08:30 – Elevation's global vision and new partnerships (Ezra, full-body MRI)
01:10:30 – Leadership through curiosity: staying adaptive in a fast-moving field
01:12:00 – Closing thoughts
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Cat traces her journey from medical school through surgical training, sharing candid insights into orthopaedic culture, the stereotypes that still surround the specialty, and the very real challenges women continue to face in surgery. A particularly compelling thread is her experience raising three children while progressing through a demanding training pathway, with practical advice for doctors navigating the same tension between career and family.
The conversation also looks outward at broader shifts in healthcare — the role of social media in spreading both useful information and misinformation, how doctors engage with these platforms professionally, and what AI means for the future of medical knowledge and patient trust.
A frank and wide-ranging episode for anyone considering a surgical career, or interested in the evolving culture of medicine.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Cat traces her journey from medical school through surgical training, sharing candid insights into orthopaedic culture, the stereotypes that still surround the specialty, and the very real challenges women continue to face in surgery. A particularly compelling thread is her experience raising three children while progressing through a demanding training pathway, with practical advice for doctors navigating the same tension between career and family.
The conversation also looks outward at broader shifts in healthcare — the role of social media in spreading both useful information and misinformation, how doctors engage with these platforms professionally, and what AI means for the future of medical knowledge and patient trust.
A frank and wide-ranging episode for anyone considering a surgical career, or interested in the evolving culture of medicine.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>He holds FRCS (ENT) and FRCS (ORL-HNS) qualifications, has been named in The Times' top 140 doctors and top 50 surgeons lists, and serves as Professor of Practice in Rhinology at Imperial College. He is past president of the Laryngology and Rhinology section of the Royal Society of Medicine.
His research focuses on rhinitis, chronic rhinosinusitis, skull-base pathology, and nasal deformities, including leading multicentre trials on olfactory damage and antibiotic-resistant sinus bacteria.
The podcast episode covers his career journey, the evolution of ENT training, the complexity of sinus and endoscopic surgery, and — as its central theme — the influence of social media on cosmetic surgery, particularly how platforms like Instagram and TikTok spread unrealistic beauty standards and misinformation among young patients, and the need for better medical education to counter this.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>He holds FRCS (ENT) and FRCS (ORL-HNS) qualifications, has been named in The Times' top 140 doctors and top 50 surgeons lists, and serves as Professor of Practice in Rhinology at Imperial College. He is past president of the Laryngology and Rhinology section of the Royal Society of Medicine.
His research focuses on rhinitis, chronic rhinosinusitis, skull-base pathology, and nasal deformities, including leading multicentre trials on olfactory damage and antibiotic-resistant sinus bacteria.
The podcast episode covers his career journey, the evolution of ENT training, the complexity of sinus and endoscopic surgery, and — as its central theme — the influence of social media on cosmetic surgery, particularly how platforms like Instagram and TikTok spread unrealistic beauty standards and misinformation among young patients, and the need for better medical education to counter this.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Drawing on his experience at the Royal Brompton Hospital, he discusses pioneering procedures, the rise of echocardiography, and the ongoing debate between intervention and surgery in congenital heart disease. He also speaks to the deeply human side of medicine: communicating with anxious families, the passion behind teaching, and the privilege of mentoring cardiologists from around the world.
The episode closes with reflections on legacy, the role of genetics in the field's future, and what a life in medicine ultimately means.
Aimed at clinicians, trainees, and students, it serves as both a history of paediatric cardiology and a guide to its future.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>Drawing on his experience at the Royal Brompton Hospital, he discusses pioneering procedures, the rise of echocardiography, and the ongoing debate between intervention and surgery in congenital heart disease. He also speaks to the deeply human side of medicine: communicating with anxious families, the passion behind teaching, and the privilege of mentoring cardiologists from around the world.
The episode closes with reflections on legacy, the role of genetics in the field's future, and what a life in medicine ultimately means.
Aimed at clinicians, trainees, and students, it serves as both a history of paediatric cardiology and a guide to its future.
Social platforms reward reach, not rigour. Anyone can claim expertise, and separating credible guidance from confident misinformation is harder than ever.
Udokk exists to fix that. A platform built around credibility, not virality. Find out more about Udokk and The Dokkcast at udokk.com
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
]]>