Pep Talks: Health Matters At Work

Mark Brooks OBE spills the beans on what's really stopping men from taking care of themselves. As the long-time leader of UK charity Mankind Initiative, he's seen firsthand how biases and stigma negatively impact men.   Mark debunks myths that men don't care about health or talking, and reveals how the system fails to meet their needs - from clinic hours to workplace support. He gives employers an...

This week we uncover the impact of fertility issues at work. Expert Laura Carter-Penman shares insights on supporting employees through their fertility journeys. Learn how 1 in 6 couples face challenges and the importance of workplace policies. Debunk common myths around who it affects and when. Gain practical advice for starting difficult conversations with compassion. HR professionals will learn...

Dr Claire Kaye, an executive career coach and former GP specialising in perimenopause and menopause in the workplace, joined us on Pep Talks to discuss pressing issues facing women in the workplace. Dr. Kaye helps debunk myths that downplay how early symptoms can start and dismisses the idea that menopause is limited to hot flushes.   She stresses the importance of support for employees going thro...

Emma shares her personal journey with fertility treatment, outlining the emotional and physical toll of her IVF process.   She chose not to tell her employer at the time due to fears of failure, discrimination, and not wanting special treatment. Common misconceptions about the demands of fertility treatment are addressed, such as the myth that it only requires a few doctor visits and is easy to sc...

Menopause: The Heat is On. Peppy’s largest event to date, drawing in over 5,000 registrants. Peppy is bringing much needed discussions on menopause to the global stage.   Today's panel builds on that momentum, sharing cross-cultural insights into how employers can better support women through this transition. The panel of experts explores strategies for easing the impact of menopause in workplaces...

Natalie speaks about her experience with perimenopause and its impact on her work.   She describes how she began struggling with brain fog, anxiety and a loss of confidence in her early 40s and how it affected her ability to work. She didn't realise these symptoms were related to menopause at first however after speaking to Peppy helped Natalie understand her issues were caused by perimenopause. K...

Suzanne Adams and Genevieve West discuss the sensitive topic of baby loss during Baby Loss Awareness Week.   Suzanne is a practitioner at Peppy supporting those with fertility and pregnancy loss, drawing on her experience as a midwife. Genevieve is the Lead Midwife at Peppy with over 12 years' experience in midwifery units. The episode aims to dispel myths around baby loss, who it impacts, and exp...

Lauren Lunniss, Health and wellbeing manager at BNP Paribas CIB, monitors employee health and implements supportive benefits initiatives.   She leads a number of impactful programs for BNP Paribas CIB employees navigating menopause, and encourages you to do so in your company by including menopause policies and guidelines, hosting awareness events, and providing an extensive menopause support and...

Helen Lake, a urology specialist, explains how common conditions like UTIs and bladder issues affect people of all ages and genders. Helen gives tips including raising awareness, improving toilet facilities, and making bathroom breaks acceptable to discuss.   Helen addresses the impact of incontinence and offers guidance on how employers can contribute to a more supportive work environment. She hi...

Anne Howard, Lead Fertility and Women’s Health nursing practitioner at Peppy provides valuable insights into PCOS and how it can impact people in the workplace.   With over 14 years of experience in fertility and women's health, Anne helps debunk common myths about PCOS. She stresses that PCOS is more common than diabetes and can affect people differently, with a wide range of physical and emotion...

Mridula Pore, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Peppy shares why she started Peppy to fill gaps in care. She debunks myths, demonstrating that healthcare does impact productivity and talent by revealing the true cost (which is in the millions of pounds) incurred by health issues.   Mridula shares personal stories to highlight the importance of talking about menopause. She predicts there will be a healthcar...

‘Pep talks: Health matters at work’ is the podcast where we explore the essential yet often-overlooked health challenges in the workplace. From HR and benefits professionals to individuals navigating personal health struggles such as menopause, PCOS, or erectile dysfunction, our expert-led conversations go beneath the surface.   Together with industry-leading experts, we're transforming once-taboo...

‘Pep talks: Health matters at work’ is the podcast where we explore the essential yet often-overlooked health challenges in the workplace. From HR and benefits professionals to individuals navigating personal health struggles such as menopause, PCOS, or erectile dysfunction, our expert-led conversations go beneath the surface.   Together with industry-leading experts, we're transforming once-taboo...