How to have Extraordinary Relationships

Melissa Jones is a British novelist, journalist and non-fiction writer known for her intelligent, psychologically rich storytelling. Born in London and educated at Oxford, she began her career in television and journalism before turning to fiction. 
Her novels often explore complex emotional landscapes and moral ambiguity, with notable works including Cold in Earth, Sick at Heart, and The Hidden Heart of Emily Hudson. 
Jones has built a reputation for elegant prose and dark, compelling narratives that linger like a half-remembered dream… the kind that taps you on the shoulder at 3am and says, “We’re not done yet.”
About Her New Book: Gone For A Soldier
Published in 2026, Gone For A Soldier is a gripping psychological mystery that dives headfirst into the slippery nature of truth and trust. 
The story follows Maddie, a former writer turned teacher, who claims she has killed a man… except there’s no body, no record of the victim, and possibly no truth in anything she’s been told. As reality begins to wobble like a dodgy pub table, the novel explores deception, identity, and how easily we can hand our sanity over to the wrong person. 
Dark, unsettling, and quietly explosive, it’s less “whodunnit” and more “what on earth is going on here?” — a psychological maze where every answer raises a more troubling question.
Key points of the episode:
An elevator speech for her own book.
How close it is to her autobiography!
A discourse on the writing style and how hard is it to create.
Female intuition and how it starts early.
How long the book took and why.
How the novel covers dangerous relationships and the patterns behind them.
A highly original take on a launch
The unexpected joy of teaching.
How writing is in the family.
How you can get the book.
Get in touch: 
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A woman in love. A devastating break-up and heartbreak.
And a dog that in his own naughty way kind of saved the day....

Sophia Money-Coutts is a British journalist, columnist, and bestselling author known for her witty, modern takes on relationships, manners, and contemporary life. Born in 1985 into the historic Money-Coutts banking family, she was educated at the London School of Economics, where she studied History. 

She began her career in journalism, working for publications including the Evening Standard, Daily Mail, and Tatler, where she spent several years as Features Director, immersing herself in Britain’s high society.  She has since become a prominent columnist, writing regularly for The Daily Telegraph and contributing to a range of international outlets, as well as appearing on TV and radio. 

Alongside her journalism, Money-Coutts is a successful novelist, credited with helping revive the modern romantic comedy genre. Her books include The Plus One, What Happens Now?, The Wish List, Did You Miss Me?, Looking Out for Love, and The Right Place, as well as the memoir The Year of the Dog.  Her writing is known for its humour, sharp observation, and candid exploration of dating, friendship, and modern adulthood.

With a distinctive voice that blends wit with self-aware charm, Sophia Money-Coutts has carved out a niche as both a social commentator and storyteller, bringing a light, irreverent touch to the realities of contemporary life.

Key Points of the Episode:

How she was abruptly left "holding the puppy" in a relationship.
How she began to wonder what was wrong with her.
Dennis (the dog) and his regular escapades.
Why Dennis actually helped her at a critical time (in hindsight)
The big romantic road trip (with Dennis)
How she is a blend of conventional and unconventional.

Check her out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophiamcoutts/
And Substack: https://sophiamoneycoutts.substack.com/
And for ger books Google "Amazon Sophia Money-Coutts"

Key points of the episode:
Her book "The Year of the Dog"
The kind of dog she has and his personality.
How she met Mike and fell in love - in the setting of Crystal Palace.
Her work as a successful journalist and author.
How she felt that parenthood and marriage would not happen to her.
Why she realised that in hindsight (after therapy) the relationship would not have worked.
How she is very happy now "bumbling around" with her dog.
Some of the naughty behaviours that Parsons Terriers are know for..
How she focusses on humour in her journalism.
Check her out:
www.instagram.com/sophiamcoutts
https://sophiamoneycoutts.substack.com

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Dr Lucy Pollock is a British consultant geriatrician celebrated for her clear-eyed, compassionate approach to ageing and end-of-life care. With decades of experience in the NHS, she has guided countless patients and families through the often complex, emotional decisions that come with growing older.
She is the author of The Book About Getting Older, a candid and reassuring guide that demystifies later life, and The Golden Rule, in which she explores the ethical and human dilemmas of modern medicine with warmth, wisdom, and honesty. Across both books, Dr Pollock challenges the idea that medicine should always prolong life at any cost, instead championing dignity, autonomy, and meaningful conversations about what really matters.
Respected for her humanity as much as her expertise, she has become a trusted voice in reshaping how we think about ageing, care, and the choices that define a good life.

Key Points of the Episode:
A summary of her two successful books and how they came about.
Her manifesto for change and better care for the elderly.
The shocking statistic on medication and its problems.
The key traits of great geriatric carers.
"Upward Helicopter" care and the issues with it.
The mistakes some doctors make. (from a place of love)
Her short experience as a surgeon.
The game changing advice that sealed her professional direction.
Her experience of a "normal" childhood in Ireland.
Her thoughts of AI in medicine.
How we are not quite as good at longevity as we thought we are.
The history of elderly care since WW2.
The sad case of waste in healthcare.
Her thoughts on preventative medicine.
What elderly people have learned about life.
Her fascinating thoughts on assisted dying.
....and her thoughts on unassisted dying.

Links to her two books here:
The Book of Getting Older
The Golden Rule

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Dr Lucy Pollock is a British consultant geriatrician celebrated for her clear-eyed, compassionate approach to ageing and end-of-life care. With decades of experience in the NHS, she has guided countless patients and families through the often complex, emotional decisions that come with growing older.
She is the author of The Book About Getting Older, a candid and reassuring guide that demystifies later life, and The Golden Rule, in which she explores the ethical and human dilemmas of modern medicine with warmth, wisdom, and honesty. Across both books, Dr Pollock challenges the idea that medicine should always prolong life at any cost, instead championing dignity, autonomy, and meaningful conversations about what really matters.
Respected for her humanity as much as her expertise, she has become a trusted voice in reshaping how we think about ageing, care, and the choices that define a good life.

Key Points of the Episode:
A summary of her two successful books and how they came about.
Her manifesto for change and better care for the elderly.
The shocking statistic on medication and its problems.
The key traits of great geriatric carers.
"Upward Helicopter" care and the issues with it.
The mistakes some doctors make. (from a place of love)
Her short experience as a surgeon.
The game changing advice that sealed her professional direction.
Her experience of a "normal" childhood in Ireland.
Her thoughts of AI in medicine.
How we are not quite as good at longevity as we thought we are.
The history of elderly care since WW2.
The sad case of waste in healthcare.
Her thoughts on preventative medicine.
What elderly people have learned about life.
Her fascinating thoughts on assisted dying.
....and her thoughts on unassisted dying.

Links to her two books here:
The Book of Getting Older
The Golden Rule

Support the show
Has this podcast inspired you and would you like to learn more?

You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody".....

On:http://www.lucycavendishlovecoach.com/

Vinnie Tortorich is an American fitness expert, author, and podcast host known for his no-nonsense approach to health and weight loss. A former elite endurance athlete and Hollywood trainer, he has spent decades helping clients transform their bodies through his “NSNG” (No Sugar, No Grains) lifestyle.
He is the author of Fitness Confidential and host of the long-running Fitness Confidential Podcast, where he blends practical advice with straight-talking honesty. Vinnie’s philosophy is simple: cut the sugar, ditch the grains, and take responsibility for your health.

Key points of the episode:
His odd strategy for book success!
The protocol of working with Hollywood celebrities.
How he is not angry with people but angry on their behalf!
Myths busted.
A surprising analogy for weight loss.
Why some foods fill you up and some don't.
Why vegans get very upset with him.
Why modern day food is addictive.
The strange objection from most people given modern day time saving devices.
The crazy average time per day we spend looking at our phones.
His thoughts on intermittent fasting - the good and bad way to do it.
Why being on Oprah was a low point!
The real reason he does all this. It's poignant.
The side effects of weight loss jabs.
Reach out for more information here:
www.vinnietortorich.com

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You can reach out to Lucy, love coach, relationship counsellor, couples counsellor extraordinaire and author of "How to have extraordinary relationships with absolutely everybody".....

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