Words, Wobbles and Wisdom

Contact Annmarie It’s a very special day! Words, Wobbles and Wisdom has reached its 100th episode! To celebrate this milestone, Annmarie is joined by none other than Rosemary Conley CBE, one of the UK’s most trusted voices in health, fitness, and wellbeing. For decades, Rosemary has inspired millions with her practical approach to healthy living, her bestselling books, and her pioneering fitness a...

Contact Annmarie We’re nearly at 100 episodes of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom ! In Episode #99, this special “review” episode, Annmarie takes a look back at the journey so far... from food shame and vision trousers to faith reflections, pedalos, pope mobiles, and those honest conversations that have shaped this podcast. With a few audio clips from past episodes, this is a chance to revisit some of th...

Contact Annmarie This week on Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , things are a little different! Annmarie steps away from her usual reflections to celebrate a big personal milestone – passing her very first Welsh language exam. To mark the occasion, she’s joined by Gwilym from GM Notebooks , whose resources are helping ' siaradwyr newydd' (new speakers) and learners everywhere. Gwilym also share...

Contact Annmarie In this special episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie is joined by her husband, Richard, as they celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. This is the first of four special interviews throughout August, where Annmarie will be reflecting on milestone moments in her life. Together, Annmarie and Richard reflect on their journey through marriage, focusing on the emotional an...

Contact Annmarie In this heartwarming (and hilarious) episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie is in full celebration mode as she marks 25 years of marriage. She takes listeners back to the chaotic, laugh-out-loud story of her registry office wedding; complete with last-minute paperwork, missing rings, no flowers, and a "reception" that involved splitting two slices of cake betwee...

Contact Annmarie  🛠️ In this episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie takes you on a journey from a flat-pack furniture disaster to a deeper reflection on life, mistakes, and the importance of following the instructions of the Maker.  After realising she’d built half a clothes horse upside down (despite insisting she didn’t need the manual), Annmarie draws a brilliant parallel between &apos...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom , Annmarie shares an unforgettable true story from her time at Dublin Airport. What was supposed to be a simple flight home turned into a comedy of errors, complete with a security hold-up over a hair clip, a dramatic fall in the terminal, and an unexpected ride in a “pope mobile.” But amidst the chaos and embarrassment, Annmarie refle...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Irish writer and podcaster Annmarie Miles reflects on the emotional magic of the beloved BBC series The Repair Shop  and how its gentle process of restoration mirrors the deeper healing many of us long for in our lives. From treasured heirlooms to hidden hurts, Annmarie explores what happens when we dare to bring something broken to s...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Irish writer and podcaster Annmarie Miles unpacks the emotional rollercoaster of change and how it often feels a lot like editing a messy manuscript. With her signature blend of humour, heart, and honesty, Annmarie shares why she loves writing new stories but dreads the editing process… and how that perfectly mirrors her resistance to...

Contact Annmarie This week's episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom, is a bit of a ramble... Annmarie shares a deeply personal moment after a conversation with her counsellor and reveals how focusing on weight has often distracted her from addressing deeper issues, leading to years of frustration and wasted time. But there’s hope in every journey, even the ones that don’t go as planned. Using t...

Contact Annmarie The Tech Gremlins are out in force!  For some reason, this week's episode was cut short. So here it is again...  In this warm and witty episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles reflects on the comforting magic of well-worn slippers and how her podcast has become just that: familiar, squishy, a little bit cheeky, and always there when you need it. Listeners will h...

Contact Annmarie In this week's episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie shares the unexpected story of how her Facebook following suddenly surged from 1,500 to over 20,000, and why most of them weren’t quite what they seemed. Through her signature blend of wit, warmth, and wisdom, Annmarie reflects on the deeper issue behind the numbers. Whether it's social media stats, weight on...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles dives into the process of aging and why it’s something to embrace rather than fear. Reflecting on her journey through her 50s, Annmarie shares personal stories, insights, and the wisdom that comes with the passing years. From embracing the lessons learned, to finding beauty in the simple moments, she encourages us all t...

Contact Annmarie In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles reflects on a particularly dramatic head cold and the unexpected life lesson it revealed.  Following last week’s honest discussion about her struggles with weight and emotional wellbeing, Annmarie explores how physical symptoms like sneezing and fevers mirror emotional ones like sadness and frustr...

Contact Annmarie  In this honest and slightly wobbly episode, Annmarie opens up about the reality of her long term weight journey that’s hit a slump. With her usual mix of humour and heartfelt reflection, she talks about feeling stuck, summer photos that don’t help, and the Facebook memories that used to inspire — but now feel like they’re having a laugh at her expense. Rather than disappear for “...

Contact Annmarie This week on Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles is talking about something close to home—the way we speak to ourselves and about ourselves. In her usual honest, humorous style, she shares why she’s setting herself a new challenge—and inviting listeners to join her on it. Annmarie introduces her free 5-Day Encouragement Challenge , designed to help build small, steady, and...

Contact Annmarie This week on Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , host Annmarie Miles speaks with writer and mental health advocate Julie Holden about how journaling became a powerful tool in her journey through grief. Julie shares how her experience as a psychiatric nurse, her love of writing, and the loss of her husband all led to the creation of The Dark Pen journal. Together, they explore the emotiona...

Contact Annmarie Ever sighed, "I wish I didn’t have to do this" ? In this heartfelt episode of Words, Wobbles and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles shares personal reflections on moving house—again—and the emotional and spiritual weight of living in a larger body. With her signature blend of honesty, faith, humour, and vulnerability, Annmarie opens up about the exhaustion that comes with constant...

Contact Annmarie In this episode, Annmarie explores the hidden dangers of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and how they dominate modern diets. Inspired by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee’s conversation with Dr. Chris van Tulleken, author of Ultra-Processed People , she looks at: ✅ What qualifies as ultra-processed food and why it’s everywhere  ✅ The shocking health risks linked to UPFs—including obesity and m...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles takes a look at the classic procrastination trap—waiting for the perfect Monday to start making changes. Whether it’s dieting, exercising, or tackling a long-overdue project, so many people delay taking action, thinking that ‘Monday’ will bring fresh motivation. But what if Monday never comes? Annmarie introduces the p...

Contact Annmarie This week on Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom , Annmarie speaks with nutrition coach Julia Tyrer about the crucial role of nutrition in managing menopause symptoms. Julia shares her personal journey through menopause, detailing her struggles with weight gain, brain fog, and joint pain, and explains how dietary and lifestyle changes transformed her health. Together, they debunk common we...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom , Annmarie Miles takes a break from diet talk and reflects on social media through the lens of her late mother’s wisdom. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, she shares heartwarming memories and explores how traditional manners could improve our online interactions.  From Facebook to Twitter (or X), LinkedIn, and beyond, Annmarie discus...

Contact Annmarie Join Annmarie Miles as she shares a heartfelt and humorous story about a wobbly pedalo ride and the unexpected life lessons it brought. From shifting perspectives to battling weight loss struggles, this episode dives into self-image, relationships, and finding joy in life’s unsteady moments. Whether you're pedaling furiously to stay afloat or learning to embrace the wobbles,...

Contact Annmarie In this episode of Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom , host Annmarie Miles shares her personal journey over the past 18 months—why she made the decision to never go on another diet, how that affected her weight, and the mindset shifts that have helped her move forward. She reflects on The Angry Episode from Series 2 and how she has come to realise that frustration and self-blame weren’t...

Contact Annmarie After more than a year-long break, Words, Wobbles, and Wisdom is back! (And so if Frankie) In this honest and heartfelt episode, Annmarie Miles opens up about why she stepped away from the podcast, how she’s struggled to take her own advice, and what finally inspired her to start again. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. A...