Clarissa & Mitch Explain Life

Education - Part 1 - The Early Years

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:00:00 GMT

We are back for a new season - Season four!! This week we discuss primary & secondary school and our very very different experiences.

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Episode 7 - A catch up with Anna

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 16:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Clarissa is going solo as Mitch is away gallivanting! Clarissa takes this opportunity to do a catch up with Anna on where she is at with her Weight Loss Surgery a year and a half on. Fascinating information about the terms around WLS and if she has any regrets! Enjoy!

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Episode 6 - Memories of old

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Clarissa decides to drop a clanger question onto Mitch so that she wasnt prepared too much!! A trip down memory lane for Mitch anyway!

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Episode 5 - Chitchat

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we just have a chat as neither of us could concentrate on a particular subject. Mitch is headed off for a long awaited visit to see her Sisters!!
Enjoy, and as always, please dont forget to rate, review and of course, tell people if you enjoy the podcast!

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Episode 4 - Sisters

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 09:00:00 GMT

In this episode we are joined by my sister Anna. We talk about pecking order within siblings, particularly sisters, and Mum remembers how she and her sisters were as they went through their lives, and how their relationships changed.

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Episode 3 - Health in all its forms

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about health in all its forms - both physical and mental. Please be aware that we touch on some subjects that might be triggering to some, so listen with caution.

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Episode 2 - Pets

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 10:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about the pets we have had over the years, and how they mean so much to us.
This episode is dedicated to my beloved cat Scratchy, who went to sleep this week.

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Christmas & Catch Up (again!)...

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 16:00:00 GMT

Season 3 kicks off with a nice shiny new year!! In this episode we discuss Christmases past & present and what it means to us.
**There is talk of Father Christmas, so probably best not to listen with young ears around!!

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Episode 7 - another catch up!!

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 09:00:00 GMT

Life sometimes gets in the way - and thats OK too! Clarissa has been on holiday (lucky duck), & Mitch - well, she has had a lot going on. But they are back and raring to go!

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Episode 6 - Imposter Syndrome

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about imposter syndrome, and even though its a relatively new term, we both came to the conclusion - well, you will have to listen wont you!!

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Episode 5 - Friendships

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:00:00 GMT

This episode was meant to be one thing, but naturally veered into another! We ended up talking about friendships and what they mean to us, and how they evolve and change. We really enjoyed this one!

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Episode 4 - Lockdown Reflections.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 19:00:00 GMT

We decided to have a chat about how the last year and a half has been for both of us. We could have talked for hours about it, but it was mad how much we had forgotten!!

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Episode 3 - Child Rearing Over Two Generations

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 19:00:00 GMT

In this episode we talk about rearing children and how its changed over the years.

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Episode 2 - Menopause - Whats Changed in 25 Years

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 20:00:00 GMT

In this episode Clarissa & Mitch talk about the Menopause, Perimenopause & Postmenopause. We also talk about treatments - particularly about HRT. It is fascinating how much has changed in the last few years - isnt science amazing!!!

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A Catch Up & A Change

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 21:00:00 GMT

Welcome back to Season 2 with a bit of a change! The previous episodes with my Mum Mitch were so popular, I asked her if she would like to become a co-podcaster going forward! I love listening to podcasts where there are two people chatting, so this was a no brainer! Here we just have a chat about what we are going to be talking about and how things have been!

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Episode 10 - My Mental Health Story

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 14:00:00 GMT

This week I talk about my own mental health story. I actually found it a fascinating thing to remember and talk about, but am aware that it can be quite triggering for some, so be aware that I touch on some tough issues.
Please, if any of this affects you, talk to your GP or any of the wonderful services out there - The Samaritans being in both Ireland and England.

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Episode 9 - Part 2 of Interview With Mum - Moving to Ireland in the 70's

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 08:00:00 GMT

In this Episode I chat to my Mum again and we start from where we left off - how they came to move to Ireland, & how that was for her - and me!! We touch on a few things that are emotional for both of us, but overall it was a wonderful & privileged experience for me to be able to do. I would say to anyone who still have their parents in their lives to sit with them and have a chat about your childhood and what it was like for them. Maybe even record it!!

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Episode 8 - A Catch Up

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 10:00:00 GMT

After taking a small break from recording I am back! In this episode I just give you a bit of a - heres whats happened in the last few weeks - catch up!! Get ready for some great new episodes coming your way!!

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Episode 7 - A Chat With One of THE Original Flower Power Girls - My Mum!

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I take my Mum down an emotional but fascinating memory lane. Back to the late 60's in London, and how it shaped her, and how I came to be!! I LOVED this, and there will definitely be a part 2! Thanks to the Super Woman that is my Mum - Mitch!!

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Episode 6 - The Pressure of Positivity

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:00:00 GMT

In this episode I talk about how social media has made me feel like if Im not doing my gratitude, positivity, meditations, that I have failed. And I talk about the pressure that it puts on us!!

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Episode 5 - talking to my OTHER sister about her Weight Loss Journey

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk to my other sister Anna about her experiences through life of weight stigma, weight loss culminating in weight loss surgery. A fascinating chat about how she felt, and the lowest point she reached. Its a longer one, so buckle up and enjoy.
*CONTENT WARNING* Some listeners may find some of the issues discussed a bit triggering. If you are affected by anything discussed, please seek professional help.

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Episode 4 - Talking To My Sis About Her Weight Loss Surgery

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 22:00:00 GMT

In this episode I talk to one of my sisters about her weight loss journey which eventually led to Weight Loss Surgery. I loved talking to her about it & discovering a few things I didnt know about her!!
Please remember if you liked my Podcast, to subscribe & share!! Thanks and Enjoy!

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Episode 3 - My Journey Through Weight Loss (or not)

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:00:00 GMT

In this episode, I talk about my lengthy warped weight loss journey, my relationship with food, and where I think it stems from & finally, where I am at today! (Trigger Warning - there is mention of childhood abuse).
I also answer a few questions I got!
Dont forget, if you like this episode & others, please subscribe, rate, and let others know!! Thank you!

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Episode 2 - Aging as a Woman

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Here I talk about my experience of aging as a woman. I talk about HRT, perimenopause & menopause, children & how it is different now to even 20 years ago.

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Episode 1 - Introduction to Me!!

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 19:00:00 GMT

Yikes - first ever... Please be kind! A bit of a chat about me and what I want this podcast to be like!!

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