Beyond Bathroom Blues

Have you ever said or heard:  "IBS is a bullshit diagnosis." "It's just a label." "If tests are normal, nothing's wrong." CJ has heard it all — and in this episode, she takes it apart piece by piece. She breaks down the real science behind IBS: why it's classified as a disorder of gut-brain interaction, why normal test results don't mean nothing&ap...

4,496 subscribers. This episode is not about us. It never was. It's about every man who typed something into a search bar he'd never said out loud. Every man who found this channel and felt — for the first time — like someone actually understood what he was going through. In this episode I cover: ✅ Why 4,000 subscribers in this niche means more than the number suggests ✅ Why AI is a po...

There are thousands of people online right now calling themselves IBS experts, gut health coaches, and digestive wellness specialists. Most of them have no business doing so. And men with IBS are paying the price — financially, physically, and mentally — by trusting people who aren't qualified to help them. I spent 23 years in the British Army and reached the rank of Warrant Officer Class 1 —...

When your gut is playing up every single day — unpredictable, painful, relentless — your mind goes to dark places. Is it IBS? Or is it something worse? That question keeps men awake at night. And most of them never ask it out loud. They sit with it. Google it at midnight. Hope for the best and say nothing. This podcast is for those men. In this 10-minute clip taken directly from our recent live br...

Managing a high-stress, demanding career is a challenge under perfect conditions. Trying to maintain absolute command presence while your gut is hitting the abort button is a completely different battle. In this focused briefing, taken directly from our recent live broadcast, Glenn pulls back the curtain on his time as a Warrant Officer and RSM. He shares the raw operational reality of managing se...

Lads, it is time for an absolute reality check. Navigating your health as a high-performing man dealing with chronic gut issues is a total minefield. Between the professional pressure of career performance, the quiet anxiety of a worst-case health scare, and a multi-million dollar industry of unverified internet "gurus" trying to sell you unscientific protocols, it is incredibly easy to...

Look, the "Creatine Dash" is a total mood killer. 🏃‍♂️💨 I (Glenn CW) have been there—spending more time scanning for the exits at the gym than actually hitting the weights. Most guys just quit, and they leave the most effective muscle-builder and brain on the planet, on the shelf. But you don’t have to. CharlieJeane finally sat down to audit the actual science. Turns out, it’s rarely t...

You’re hitting the gym to build a body that matches your ambition, but your gut hits the "abort" button every time you take creatine. You’ve been told it’s the supplement’s fault. It’s not. As a Registered Dietitian with an MSc in Sports Nutrition, I see men quit the most effective muscle-builder in the world because of simple, fixable mistakes. Today, we fix your protocol so you can get...

In this podcast, former RSM Glenn Cooke-Winchurch explains two issues he faced in the Army with IBS.  Glenn shares some valuable life lessons that you can learn from to increase your energy and minimise symptoms. In less then 5 minutes, you will learn how alcohol and Injuries can impact your life, IBS and career. 🎥 Prefer to watch, click here.  🎥 Full video of Glenns 6 life lessons here. Men’s I...

Before you spend another penny on a gut microbiome test — listen to this. Most men with IBS are being sold something that qualified doctors, gastroenterologists, and registered dietitians don't use or trust. There's a reason for that. CharlieJeane breaks it down in under 3 minutes. No waffle. Just the truth. 🎥 Prefer to watch instead, click here. 🎥 Full episode click here.   Men’s IBS...

Running a business with IBS is hard enough. But staying silent about it with the people you work closest with? That makes everything harder. In this short Quick Fire, Glenn cuts straight to the point — what to say to your business partners, your teammates, and the people in your professional circle when IBS is getting in the way. You'll learn how to frame the conversation professionally witho...

Most men with IBS say nothing to their boss. They manage it alone, make excuses, and hope nobody notices. But silence has a cost — to your performance, your reputation, and your peace of mind. In this five-minute Quick Take, Glenn gives you the exact words to use when telling your boss you have IBS — professionally, confidently, and without oversharing. You'll also hear about your legal right...

There's a conversation most men with IBS never have. Not with their boss. Not with their teammates. Not with the people they work alongside every day. Because when you're a man and your gut is falling apart, the last thing you want to do is talk about it. You manage it. You hide it. You lie about it. You become an expert at making excuses and nobody ever knows the real reason. I know thi...

You eat something. Within minutes your gut kicks off — bloating, cramps, straight to the bathroom. So you cut that food out. Then it happens again. And again. Before long you've got a list of foods as long as your arm and you're still suffering — anxious around meals, missing out on food you love, and no closer to understanding why. If you've been eliminating foods for months and no...

One of the biggest questions men ask when dealing with IBS is this: “Can I ever go back to living a normal life?” When symptoms keep showing up, routines change, and confidence takes a hit, it’s easy to feel like this might just be your new normal. In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues , Glenn breaks this question down honestly and explains what’s actually possible when you understand IBS prope...

One of the most frustrating things about IBS is when symptoms seem to flare up for no clear reason. One week everything feels manageable… the next your gut suddenly reacts again. In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues , Glenn breaks down why IBS flare-ups often appear random and the hidden triggers that many people overlook. When you start to understand the patterns behind your symptoms, things...

One of the biggest fears people with IBS have is this question: “What if it’s not IBS?” In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues , Glenn breaks down how IBS is typically identified, the difference between common IBS symptoms and potential red flags, and how to think about this question calmly instead of spiralling into worry. If you’ve ever wondered whether your symptoms might be something more se...

In this episode of Beyond Bathroom Blues, Glenn shares the full replay of a recent live IBS Q&A session and what unfolded was bigger than expected. What started as a straightforward question-and-answer session quickly turned into a deeper conversation about confidence, control, relationships, and what IBS really takes from men behind closed doors. Inside this episode, you’ll hear: • The patter...

Thinking about spending $300+ on a gut microbiome test for your IBS? On the surface, they look scientific. Personalised. Precise. Scores. Traffic lights. AI-driven insights. It feels like someone has finally decoded your gut. But what does the science actually say? In this episode: We unpack the hidden assumption behind these tests Why results can vary more than you realise The risks nobody talks...

Most men with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) spend years trying to fix their symptoms by changing what they eat. Cutting foods. Trying new diets. Searching for the perfect plan. But eventually, many realise something important: IBS isn’t just about food. In this episode, Glenn explains why focusing only on diet often keeps men stuck in a cycle of confusion, restriction, and frustration — and what...

Many men with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) quietly notice something beyond gut symptoms… They feel older. Lower energy. Less resilience. Less confidence. Less edge. Not because of age, but because IBS slowly drains physical and mental capacity over time. In this episode, Glenn breaks down the deeper blueprint behind regaining control — not just of IBS symptoms, but of your energy, clarity, and i...

If you’ve been stuck in the IBS cycle of, flare-ups, food fear, random supplements, and constant guessing; this episode will hit home. Glenn shares a powerful idea he heard from Myron Golden: “Winners always quit… and quitters never win.” And when you apply that to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), it explains exactly why so many men stay stuck for years. In this short episode, you’ll learn: • What...

Don’t See Your Doctor for IBS Until You Do These 11 Things If you’re dealing with IBS symptoms and finally thinking about seeing your doctor, there’s something most men get wrong… They show up unprepared. And that often leads to vague answers, rushed appointments, or being told to “just manage it”. In this episode, Glenn shares 11 simple but powerful steps to take before your appointment that nobo...

If you’re a man with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), one of the hardest parts isn’t just the symptoms — it’s explaining it to your wife or girlfriend without feeling embarrassed, weak, or like you’re making excuses. In this episode, we break down a simple way to explain IBS flare-ups so your partner understands what’s happening, why plans sometimes change, and what support actually helps. You’ll g...

If you’ve started creatine and noticed bloating, discomfort, or gut symptoms… don’t panic — and don’t automatically blame creatine either. In this episode, Registered Dietitian CharlieJeane breaks down a safer, more intelligent way to troubleshoot creatine use before you quit . This is especially important for men with IBS or sensitive digestion who want performance benefits without wrecking their...