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This extended episode of What's Up Docs? features Chris and Xand van Tulleken's full live conversation with Professor Devi Sridhar at Hay Festival.
Going deeper than the main episode, they explore the tension between individual responsibility and structural change, and why asking "how do I stay healthy?" might be the wrong question altogether. Devi draws on her work across governments and health systems worldwide to examine what genuinely moves the needle on population health. Chris and Xand also ask how Devi's work shapes the way she lives, and what single policy change she'd make tomorrow if she could.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Devi SridharProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVideo Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to What's Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken explore the ideas shaping our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, recorded live at Hay Festival, they're joined by Professor Devi Sridhar, Chair of Global Public Health at the University of Edinburgh, to ask how we can live longer, healthier lives.
They dig into the difference between life expectancy and healthy life expectancy, and why the latter is falling in places like the UK. Devi unpacks the biggest factors that shape how well we age, from diet and exercise to mental health and the environments we live in, and shares what decades of working across countries and health systems has taught her.
They challenge the idea that health is simply a matter of individual choice, exploring how the society you're born into can shape your chances of a long and healthy life more than any supplement or wellness hack.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Devi Sridhar Producer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace Revill Tech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVideo Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:
Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Chris and Xand van Tulleken continue their conversation about friendship with Dr Tiffany Watt Smith, writer and culture historian.
Tiffany became interested in researching friendships after a moment of crisis in her own friendships. Together, Chris, Xand and Tiffany discuss the difference between male and female friendships and how that has changed over time. They explore the idea that we are living through a friendship recession and what that means for our social connections. And they look at digital friendships and their importance.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Dr Tiffany Watt SmithProducer: Faye Lyons-WhiteExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Faye Lyons-WhiteTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Olga Reed
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where identical twin doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken cut through the confusion around every aspect of our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, the Docs take a look at the impact our friendships have on our physical health. Why different friendship styles are important and how we can maintain and nurture our social connections.
Joining them is Dr Tiffany Watt Smith, a writer and cultural historian interested in the histories of emotion and medicine.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Tiffany Watt SmithProducer and researcher: Faye Lyons-WhiteExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand van Tulleken take a deeper dive into male contraception with Professor Richard Anderson.
They explore why, despite decades of research, new male contraceptive options are still limited. From funding gaps to shifting attitudes, they unpack the social and scientific barriers that have shaped progress so far.
They also look at how people feel about the idea of male contraception, whether those attitudes are changing, and what it could mean for relationships if new options become available.
Along the way, they tackle common misconceptions and consider what the future of shared contraceptive responsibility might look like.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Richard AndersonProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken explore the ideas shaping our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, they turn their attention to male contraception. Weâve been hearing about a âmale pillâ for decades, so why donât we have one yet? They break down how male fertility works, what options currently exist, and the different approaches scientists are exploring, from hormonal gels to non-hormonal treatments.
They also look at the challenges behind developing new contraceptives, from the biology to the strict safety standards and lack of funding that have slowed progress.
To help them unpack it all, theyâre joined by Professor Richard Anderson, Professor of Clinical Reproductive Science at the University of Edinburgh.If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Richard Anderson Producer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace Revill Tech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand continue their conversation about the lymphatic system with Professor Kristiana Gordon, a Consultant in Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine.
The docs ask about the growing field of lymphoedema research and how our understanding of the lymphatic system has developed in recent years. They also explore primary lymphoedema, a condition caused by genetic errors that can affect children and young people, and ask what advances in understanding its underlying causes might mean for the development of new treatments.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Kristiana GordonProducer: Claire JustinExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarResearcher: Samara LintonTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Olga Reed
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where identical twin doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken cut through the confusion around every aspect of our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, Chris and Xand explore the lymphatic system, from its vital everyday functions supporting fluid balance and immunity to its more mysterious roles. They look at what happens when things go wrong, examine popular wellness claims around draining and detoxing our lymphatic system, and find out what actually supports good lymphatic health.
Joining them to discuss this is Professor Kristiana Gordon, a Consultant in Dermatology and Lymphovascular Medicine. Sheâs Clinical Lead at the National Lymphoedema Clinic at City St George's, University of London, and is also a certified lymphoedema therapist.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Kristiana GordonProducer: Claire JustinExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarResearcher: Samara Linton Tech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Olga Reed
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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In this Doctors' Notes episode of Whatâs Up Docs?, Chris and Xand van Tulleken take a deeper dive into hay fever with Professor Stephen Till.
The docs and their guest explore whether hay fever is really becoming more common, and if so, why. From climate change and air pollution to changes in our environment and biodiversity, they unpack the factors that may be making symptoms worse. They also look at how hay fever varies around the world, including why treatments like allergy injections are more widely used in some countries than others. Along the way, they tackle common myths and share practical advice for managing hay fever more effectively.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenProducer: Jo RowntreeExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Kirsten LassAssistant Producer: Maia Miller-LewisResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableSocial Media: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken explore the ideas shaping our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, they turn their attention to hay fever. What is it, why do so many of us get it, and is it getting worse? They break down whatâs happening in the body, how to tell it apart from a cold, and why timing matters when it comes to treatment. They also explore what actually works to manage symptoms, and what doesnât.
To help them get to the root of it, theyâre joined by Stephen Till, Professor of Allergy at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals and King's College London.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand continue their conversation about calcium with Dr Sagen Zac-Varghese.
The docs want to know about common issues that are seen around calcium and bone health, especially osteoporosis. They want to learn how osteoporosis relates to calcium, who is at risk and why it is more common in women. They also want to know what inspired Sagenâs passion for calcium and what we can learn from astronauts about bone health.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Dr Sagen Zac-VargheseProducer: Maia Miller LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Mili OstojicTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVideo Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken cut through the confusion around every aspect of our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, Chris and Xand dive into calcium. What is calcium, and what does it do in the body? How important is it for our health? How do we maintain healthy levels of calcium? They also examine how calcium interacts with vitamin D, whether we need calcium and vitamin D supplements, how calcium plays a part in bone health and how we can strengthen our bones.
Joining them to discuss this is Dr Sagen Zac-Varghese, a consultant in Diabetes, Endocrinology and General Internal Medicine, specialising in diabetic kidney disease and metabolic bone disease. She is also the Undergraduate Tutor at the East and North Herts NHS Trust and an Honorary Lecturer and Senior Clinical Teaching Fellow at Imperial College London and at UCL medical school.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Dr Sagen Zac-VargheseProducer: Maia Miller LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Mili OstojicTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVideo Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian RobertsA Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand continue their conversation about snoring with Dr Sophie West, a consultant respiratory physician and lead of Newcastle regional sleep service.
They take a deeper look at what happens when snoring means weâre not breathing enough, or stop breathing altogether, a condition known as obstructive sleep apnoea/hypopnoea syndrome (OSAHS). They ask why it happens and what can be done to treat it.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Dr Sophie WestProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarResearcher: Samara LintonTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where identical twin doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken cut through the confusion around every aspect of our health and wellbeing.
In this episode they're looking at snoring, exploring what causes some of us to snore when we sleep. They also want to know when we should worry that our snoring might actually be the sign of a larger problem, and what we can do to sleep a little more quietly at night.
Joining them is Dr Sophie West, a consultant respiratory physician and lead of Newcastle regional sleep service, with national roles across the OSA Alliance, British Thoracic Society, and NICE Sleep Disordered Breathing Guidelines group.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Dr Sophie WestProducer: Maia Miller-Lewis Executive Producer: Rami Tzabar Researcher: Samara Linton Tech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Melvin Rickarby
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian RobertsA Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand continue their conversation with physiotherapist and vestibular rehabilitation specialist, Maggie Stacey. They explore why alcohol can make us unsteady, how our sense of balance develops and changes as we age, and why falls pose such a major health risk for older adults. They also hear from their guest about the balance problems she most often sees in the clinic, and the warning signs that it might be time to seek medical advice.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Maggie StaceyProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisuals Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken tune in to the ideas shaping our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, they turn their attention to balance. Where does it come from, why is it so important for our health, and do some people naturally have better balance than others? They also explore how much we can improve it, and what we should be doing to maintain it.
To help them find their balance, theyâre joined by physiotherapist and vestibular rehabilitation specialist, Maggie Stacey.
Falls can have serious consequences for our health and wellbeing, especially as we get older. If you've fallen or are worried about falling, doing exercises to improve your strength, balance and flexibility can help make you stronger and feel more confident on your feet. The current UK fall prevention guidelines advise that adults over the age of 65 should: - be physically active every day, even if it's just light activity- do activities that improve strength, balance and flexibility on at least 2 days a week- do at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity activity if you are already active, or a combination of both- reduce time spent sitting or lying down and break up long periods of not moving with some activity If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Maggie StaceyProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisuals Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Chris and Xand continue their conversation about the complexities of the voice with speech and language therapist, Lydia Hart. They ask why so many of us cringe at the sound of our own voice and whether itâs really possible to change it. They explore how adjusting the way we speak can shape how others respond to us, hear from Lydia about the most common issues she sees in the clinic and find out why voice work often turns out to be about far more than just sound.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Lydia HartProducer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableSocial Media: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where doctors and identical twins Chris and Xand van Tulleken tune in to the ideas shaping our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, they turn their attention to the voice. Where does it come from, why do we all sound so different, and how much can we really change it? They also explore what we should be doing to take care of our voices.
To help them strike the right note, theyâre joined by voice specialist and speech and language therapist, Lydia Hart.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Lydia Hart Producer: Maia Miller-LewisExecutive Producer: Rami TzabarEditor: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Grace RevillTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableSocial Media: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Drs Chris and Xand continue their conversation about feet with Professor Anthony Redmond, an expert in clinical biomechanics at the Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine. Together, they examine common foot problems, from bunions to verrucas, and explore why diseases affecting our blood vessels or nerves seem to often show up in the feet. They ask what this reveals about how we understand our feet and how we should care for them.
If youâd like to share your thoughts on this or any other topic covered on the podcast, you email us at [email protected].uk or Whatsapp on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Anthony RedmondProducer: Faye Lyons-WhiteExecutive Producer: Jo RowntreeResearcher: Samara LintonTech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon GowerDigital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg SmithCommissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4.
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Welcome to Whatâs Up Docs?, the podcast where identical twin doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken cut through the confusion around every aspect of our health and wellbeing.
In this episode, they turn their attention to our feet. They explore the biology and mechanics of our feet and what happens when that delicate balance goes wrong. They also look at footwear and the little changes that can go a long way in giving our feet the love and care they truly deserve.
Joining them is Anthony Redmond, Professor of Clinical Biomechanics at the Leeds Institute of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Medicine. A podiatrist by training, Professor Redmond researches the relationship between mechanics and biology in musculoskeletal conditions, with a focus on the foot and ankle.
If you want to get in touch, you can email us at [email protected].uk or WhatsApp us on 08000 665 123.
Presenters: Drs Chris and Xand van TullekenGuest: Professor Anthony RedmondProducer: Faye Lyons-WhiteExecutive Producer: Jo RowntreeEditor: Researcher: Samara Linton Tech Lead: Reuben HuxtableVisual Producer: Leon Gower Digital Lead: Richard BerryComposer: Phoebe McFarlaneSound Design: Ruth Rainey
At the BBC:Assistant Commissioner: Greg Smith Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts
A Loftus Media production for BBC Radio 4
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