What's My Age Again?

Dr. Nichola Conlon puts one of the wellness industry’s biggest trends under the microscope in this Second Opinion bonus episode. From expensive cleanses to detox supplements, Dr. Nic  separates fact from fad to reveal the scientific truth. Is that spinach smoothie actually doing anything, or is your body already doing the heavy lifting? Dr Nic has the answers. Plus a Bake Off legend reveals t...

Cancer. Homeless shelters. Forced Menopause. Two divorces. And somehow, STILL laughing. Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri has been through more than her fair share. She lost her dad at just six years old, has faced homelessness and found herself in a women's shelter. But no matter what life throws at her, she always finds a way to laugh. Now turning heads on the red carpet with her BAFTA glamour, Fatiha j...

CORTISOL: The science behind the stress In this What's My Age Again bonus episode, Dr. Nichola Conlon turns the lab lens on cortisol. Beyond the usual wellness hype, she breaks down what's actually happening behind the scenes when stress takes hold, how it impacts your long-term health, and why not every solution you read about on the internet is worth your time. Dr Nic separates fact from fiction...

Phil Wang enters the lab, spilling ALL about comedian glow-ups, ChickenMaxxing & why he’s the last cool millennial. But do his cells agree? Or is he a boomer on a biological level? He says his opinions age him... but can they age your bones?  He recalls a childhood full of snakes, floods and getting caned. But he’s tackled his demons head-on, doing therapy to help him find peace.  Hi...

Ultra-processed foods are one of the biggest conversations in nutrition, and one of the most confusing. Is all processed food bad? Do you really have to ditch the freezer nuggets? In this bonus episode, Dr Nichola Conlon explains what warning signs you need to look out for on your food labels, what a controlled clinical trial revealed about overeating UPFs, and how these foods can affect biologica...

30 marathons in 30 days. Seven Ironmans across seven continents. He says he loves pain...but can Spencer Matthews handle the pain of childbirth? With his wife Vogue having just welcomed their 4th child, we hooked Spencer up to a TENS machine to simulate labour contractions. Turns out extreme endurance training might not prepare you for EVERYTHING... The former Made in Chelsea star has swapped part...

In this episode, Dr Nic’s taking us on a journey to unravel the science behind collagen. Seems everyone’s taking it these days, but what’s really going on when we add it to our diet? Our resident scientist looks at how lifestyle choices can influence our collagen production, the role of nutrition and exercise in promoting collagen, and the emerging trends in collagen-based therapies. Plus she’ll a...

Lucy Beaumont is terrified of what ageing might do to her. And after coming last on Taskmaster, Mastermind, Pointless and The Weakest Link….will she come last in the ageing stakes too? At 42, the comedian admits she expected her biological age test to be bad. Years of comedy, questionable eating habits, anxiety, a traumatic C-section, pissy pants, divorce and a lifelong fear of getting ill have le...

In this special episode brought to you in partnership with tombola & Breast Cancer Now Alexandra Burke joins Katherine Ryan for a very honest conversation about friendship, family, motherhood, grief, love, ageing and why sometimes the best thing you can do is simply talk to someone. She's had an incredible career, is currently playing Chaka Khan in the West End and opens up about the importanc...

Comedy royalty Nish Kumar reflects on his experience meeting OG baddie Jennifer Lopez, how Brett Goldstein got him into therapy, and why he chased Boris Johnson’s car screaming the C-word.  They discuss the mental toll of having the right-wing press turn against you, and why it will never stop Nish’s truth telling. He also reveals all about turning down Last One Laughing and why you can’t put...

Join our resident scientist Dr. Nichola Conlon, as she takes a fascinating dive into the mysterious realm of brain fog. In this bonus episode of "What's My Age Again," discover the science behind this all-too-common experience and learn practical ways to combat it. We'll explore the biological factors at play, such as stress, sleep and hormones and discuss how they impact our cognitive function. D...

Louis Theroux has spent his career getting other people to reveal their deepest, darkest secrets. Today, it’s his turn. BAFTA-winning documentary-maker, podcast host, accidental TikTok star and self-confessed overworker, Louis joins Katherine Ryan for a conversation about sex, marriage, alcohol, ageing, insecurity and the relentless need to achieve. He admits just how many sex positions he knew as...

Is there really such a thing as dressing for your age?  In this special episode brought to you by F&F, Grazia fashion editor Rebecca Lowthorpe reveals why the old rules about ageing and fashion no longer apply. Because in reality, most people don't have a style problem. They have a confidence problem.  We chat on how you can find your personal uniform, avoid...

So, what secrets has Dr Nic been keeping from us?! On this week’s episode of Second Opinion, our resident scientist gets personal, sharing her everyday habits, routines, and non-negotiables that put her on the front foot based on her years of research. PLUS she reveals her own biological age. It’s a more intimate and revealing episode than usual, because Dr Nic isn’t just explaining the research t...

From Love Island sweetheart to full-blown national treasure, Dani Dyer joins What’s My Age Again? to prove she’s carved her own path, famous surname or not. She opens up about growing up as Danny Dyer’s daughter, navigating life in the spotlight, battling mum guilt, and finally finding her forever person. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll love her even more. But it’s not all heart-to-hearts. Has...

We’re packing our bags and taking a trip to the world’s famous Blue Zones – countries where people are living longer, healthier lives. Dr Nic looks at the science of what’s actually going on – and how we can get a piece of the action. She breaks down the real longevity lessons behind these “magic kingdoms of eternal life,” from whole-food diets to everyday movement, and a genuine sense of purpose...

Baroness Lola Young was handed to a stranger at just eight weeks old. She grew up in care homes, battled racism, rejection and loneliness and despite it all, ended up in the House of Lords. Lola opens up about feeling unloved as a child, reading the care files that changed her life forever, surviving trauma, and how she became one of Britain’s most respected voices on modern slavery. She doesn’t l...

We’re shining a light on light itself: how natural daylight, vitamin D, and different light spectrums affect your sleep, your mood, your energy, and yes, how quickly you age. Dr Nichola explains the science behind why your body is designed to run on a cycle, how the sun impacts your internal clock, and what happens when artificial light, shift work, and screens throw that rhythm off balance. She a...

Never one to slow down, Tim Campbell joins us to prove that rest is… optional. Entrepreneur, MBE, OG Apprentice winner, “Torso of the Week” and host of brand new podcast reWORKING , Tim has built a life powered by pressure, purpose, and the occasional family-sized bag of crisps. But when you’re running on five hours’ sleep, juggling a million ideas, and refusing to sit still… something has to give...

In this episode we’re digging deeper into the science behind something we're all talking about: Weightloss jabs. They’re an issue that came up when Vanessa Feltz visited the What’s My Age Again sofas, and they're the biggest health topic on the planet, but what do they really do to our bodies beyond the scales? And what’s the link between injections, health and your biological age? Inflammation, m...

Never one to hold back, Vanessa Feltz joins us to prove that honesty really is her cardio. Broadcaster, national treasure, and unapologetic romantic, she’s spent decades talking about everything we’re usually far too polite (or British) to admit... bad sex, worse men, and the crushing boredom of being single. But when your life has been this loud, this turbulent, and this publicly dissected… somet...

In this bonus episode, Dr Nichola Conlon takes a deep dive into one of the MOST OVERLOOKED pillars of healthy aging: water. What do we need to know about H2O? Dr Nichola breaks down the science behind how hydration supports everything from brain function and digestion to skin health, energy, and immune support. How much water do we really need? Does herbal tea count? What about hydration tablets?...

Ever one to smash the glass ceiling, Laura Whitmore joins us to prove you really can do it all. She’s a podcaster, filmmaker, actor, and mum, just to name a few!  But when life becomes a constant balancing act, something has to give… so has her health taken the hit? From the chaos of noughties fame with MTV parties, tabloid headlines, and life in the spotlight, Laura reflects on her rapid ris...

Electrolytes are everywhere right now, in powders, drinks, and all over social media — but do you actually need them? In this episode of Dr Nicola’s Second Opinion, Dr Nic breaks down the science, explaining what they are, how they support your body, and when supplements can actually be useful. She also answers your questions about post-workout hydration, sweating in hot weather, and what you shou...

Calm, capable, always coping… Joanna Page has spent a lifetime holding it all together. The Gavin & Stacey star sits down with us to find out whether years of saying “yes”, being nice, raising four children and running on empty have kept her young… or quietly taken a toll. She chats how raising children, traumatic births and 12 years of breastfeeding led to sugar addiction, sleep deprivation a...