talking male fertility - the testhim podcast

What more could we be doing for men before they even step foot in a fertility clinic? In our latest episode with Lalana Songra we explored the importance of advanced testing but also how men have a golden opportunity to maximise their fertility before fertility treatment rather than only looking at them when everything else has failed. Check out the full episode out on 15/07/26

When it comes to predicting male factor infertility, relying on a standard semen analysis alone simply isn't enough. Coming up in the latest episode we sat down with Lalana Songra from Examen to talk all things sperm DNA fragmentation. Lalana believes that sperm DNA fragmentation testing is the strongest diagnostic tool we have for uncovering the hidden barriers to conception. Check out the fu...

If you’ve been told that your semen analysis is "normal" but you’re still not conceiving, or if you’ve been ushered straight toward ICSI without a single physical exam this episode is for you. We sit down with world-renowned Consultant Uro-Andrologist Professor Amr Raheem to discuss how urological care goes beyond the lab to treat the "whole man," ensuring you are in the best p...

The number 1 risk factor for ED? It’s not what you think! Did you know that by age 50, half of all men will experience some form of ED? Prof. Amr Raheem breaks down the early warning signs you shouldn’t ignore, starting with the quality of your morning erections. It’s time to talk about the things men usually keep quiet. Listen to the full episode out on 17/06/26.

Many men are unknowingly sabotaging their chances of fatherhood by using TRT or other testosterone supplements. In this months episode Prof. Amr Raheem breaks down the biological feedback loop that can 'switch off' your fertility and shrink your testes! Check out the full episode out on 17/06/26

Is technology making us "lazy" when it comes to male fertility? Coming up in our next podcast episode Professor Amr Raheem challenges the common assumption that ICSI is a complete fix for male factor infertility. While it's a revolutionary tool, relying on it alone can mean missing treatable root causes that could improve overall health and the chances of natural conception. Full epi...

For too long, men in the fertility process have been treated as "accepted bystanders", present for the appointments, but often excluded from the care. In this episode, we sit down with PhD researcher and industry expert Andrew Coutts to discuss the findings of his groundbreaking study into the male experience. We move past the surface-level conversations to look at how men can transition...

Why do men join fertility support groups? It’s probably not for the reason you think. Andrew Coutts' research reveals that while many assume these groups are for emotional venting, the vast majority of men are actually there for information . They use these groups to "arm themselves" with facts and peer experiences so they can walk into their next clinic appointment as informed advoc...

Andrew Coutts explains why the rise of the "fertility consumer" is the best thing to happen to male fertility care in years. When men realise they are purchasers of a service, the clinics have no choice but to respond and improve. His research highlights how men are moving away from being "passive passengers" in the clinic and instead using their position as consumers to demand...

This episode is packed with science, data and tops tips on what you should be doing to optimise your fertility. Ro has extensive clinical experience in a number of areas including women's health, weight management, diabetes, gastroenterology and Fertility. She is the author of Deliciously Healthy Fertility, and is frequently seen in mainstream media.  She is a published academic author, with resea...

Do couples and do men know enough about male fertility? Are we seeing a change or is there still more to do? Check out the full episode out on 15/04/26

Coming up this month... the wonderful Ro Huntriss, fertility dietitian. Are we going too far with supplements? When is too much too much? Check out the full episode out on 15/04/26

In this episode we caught up for a second installment with Cool Beans underwear founder Saara Jamieson. In Part 2 of our chat, Saara opens up about the inspiration behind her brand-new book. It is a breathtakingly honest account of infertility struggles and loss, paired with the solid scientific advice needed to spark change for men now and future generations. This conversation was, as always, tru...

This is such an important part of the fertility conversation that also rarely happens. So much focus is often on women and egg quality that little attention is given to the men at all, let alone the impact sperm health can have on a woman's pregnancy and the ongoing health of future children! Check out this great episode out on 11/03/26

Coming up on our next podcast it's cool beans part 2! Another great conversation with Saara from Cool Beans underwear about her new book and all the incredible work she's doing to support men's health. Right here Saara raises a great point.... why is it we're not testing men more thoroughly and more routinely. Should we really be trying IVF as our 1st port of call and then testing men only when it...

In this episode we were joined by the wonderful Liberty Mills. Liberty is an integrative health and nutrition coach and author of 360 Fertility. What we love about Liberty's book and her approach is that men are a central part of the conversation. This episode had laughter and it had tears but what really shone through was Liberty's passion, commitment, expertise and enthusiasm to make sure that b...

This was such a powerful part of our conversation with Liberty. When men truly understand the importance of their sperm health in relation to their future child it can create real motivation and change that is incredibly powerful. Full episode out 11/02/26

Coming up this month a hilarious and enlightening conversation with the wonderful Liberty Mills. No sex in the bedroom when TTC.... how does that help? Full episode out on 11/02/26

This is one of those episodes that will blow your mind. Dr Paul Clayton is a clinical pharmacologist and pharmaco-nutritionist. His experience and background in medicines, foods and nutrition is extensive and impressive. In this episode Paul explains the impact the western diet is having on us. He talks about the way the food industry is impacting the food that we ear and the extent to which these...

Imagine how much better life would be if ultra processed food was actually healthy for you! Cheap, convenient and healthy! Well it could be coming our way soon. Check out the full episode on 14/01/26

If you needed any motivation to clean up your diet this podcast episode could well be the thing that does it! Full episode out on 14/01/26

Coming up in January 2026 this mind blowing episode with Dr Paul Clayton! What we covered in this episode was just incredible! Paul lifted the curtain on what's really going on with the global food chain and how this is driving so many of our health problems today! Full episode out 14/01/26

In this month's episode we hear from Katie Rollings and how her own fertility journey inspired her to launch a brand new fertility charity, Fertility Action. Through years of struggle, heart ache and seeing her husband also hit rock bottom it was only when she finally had her twins that she realised it was time to make a stand and make a change. Katie talks incredibly openly about the struggles sh...

Coming up in this episode we sat down with Katie Rollings, founder of Fertility Action. Katie talked so openly about the impact of IVF on her and her husband and how this inspired her to set up a brand new charity - Fertility Action. Full episode out 10/12/25

In this mind boggling episode we had the huge pleasure of welcoming 2 previous guests back on to the podcast, Professor Richard Lea and patient advocate Jonathan Luwagga. This episode was extra special in that we bought together science and research as well as the patient experience as we explored the impact of endocrine disrupting chemicals. Prof Richard Lea helped us get to grips with the way in...