The Life of Bryony

• Ashley Roberts: From Pop Stardom to Wellness Advocate – Her Story of Grief, Anxiety & the Power of Breathwork

  In this heartfelt episode, Ashley Roberts – former Pussycat Doll, broadcaster, and author – opens up about her journey through anxiety, sleep struggles, and the relentless pressures of fame. Ashley shares how breathwork became her lifeline, helping her manage burnout and find resilience in the face of personal and professional challenges. And she speaks candidly about her experiences with grief following the loss of her father, her ongoing battles with self-doubt, and the importance of community and chosen family.  Whether you’re a fan of Ashley’s music or seeking inspiration for your own wellbeing, this episode delivers honest conversation and advice for anyone wanting to find calm amidst chaos. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 - just start your message with LOB Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB  Prefer email? Drop us a line at  [email protected] If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx Credits:  Host: Bryony Gordon Guest: Ashley Roberts Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm Editor: Luke Shelley Exec Producer: Mike Wooller  A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Life of YOU: Jules Von Hep answers YOUR confidence dilemmas!

  Welcome to The Life of YOU. The bonus episode where we answer your questions and try to make sense of life’s messier moments.  This week, I’m joined by Jules Von Hep, author of The Confidence Ritual. A firm believer that beauty radiates from within, Jules shares the power of affirmations and why the way we speak to ourselves is key to affirming both the version of ourselves and the life we want.  Today's dilemma is all about the shame surrounding spray tanning- does this make us someone we’re not? Jules explains why it's so important to follow your own values and definitions of beauty, rather than for the eye of others.   WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU  🗣 Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512—just start your message with LOB  💬 Use the WhatsApp shortcut: https://wa.me/447796657512?text=LOB 📧 Prefer email? Drop us a line at [email protected]  If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps! Bryony xx  Host: Bryony Gordon  Guest: Jules Von Hepp  Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig  Assistant Producer: Ceyda Uzun  Editor: Luke Shelley  Exec Producer: Mike Wooller   A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• How to Stop Hating Your Body and Start Loving Yourself with Jules Von Hep

  If you have ever looked in the mirror and immediately apologised for the body staring back at you, then today’s episode is exactly what you need. This week, Bryony is joined by the radiant Jules Von Hep: spray tanner to the stars, founder of the cult beauty brand Isle of Paradise, and author of The Confidence Ritual. With two decades spent in a world that likes to airbrush out every blemish and dimple, Jules knows a thing or two about the myths the beauty industry sells us and the reality of how every single body has its own insecurities. They talk all about the conditioning that teaches us to hate our bodies, the tricks companies use to profit from our insecurities, and—most importantly—how to start unlearning all of it. Brimming with charm and heartfelt honesty, Jules shares his own journey from deep self-loathing to loving life, and the practical confidence rituals that can help you glow up from the inside out. Whether you’re a bronzing pro or a self-tan novice, this episode has a whole lot of gold for you. Jules Von Hep’s book, The Confidence Ritual, is out now. Get ready to glow up, from the inside out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• When Your Ex Turns Your Relationship Into Stand-Up Comedy

  In this bonus episode, I put your juiciest dating dilemmas to podcasting legends James and Jamie - and, unsurprisingly, things get very real, very fast. We talk about being “too much” on a first date (spoiler: I might be Gemma), whether asking about bum stuff too early is a vibe killer, and the dangers of transactional dating apps. We also dive into something deeply awkward – when your ex turns your relationship into stand-up material. Is it catharsis or just plain rude? Oh, and Jamie once dated a magician… which ends exactly how you’d expect. It’s funny, unfiltered, and surprisingly heartfelt. Basically, it’s a conversation about being yourself – even when that self might be shouting inappropriate questions over a half pint. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 - just start your message with LOB Use the WhatsApp shortcut:  Prefer email? Drop us a line at  If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xx CREDITS Presenter: Bryony Gordon Guest: Megan Jayne Crabbe Producer: Henry Williams Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Podcasting, Romance, and Raw Honesty: A Conversation with Creators Who Redefined the Rules

  I’m joined by actual podcasting royalty: James and Jamie, the genius minds behind My Dad Wrote A Porno. We talk about their wild creative journey - from discovering Jamie’s dad’s erotic novel (yes, really) to amassing over half a billion downloads and selling out the Royal Albert Hall. Now, they’ve turned another jaw-dropping true story - a woman getting stuck in a window after a toilet mishap on a first date - into a rom-com musical. We dive deep into how they turned viral embarrassment into theatrical gold, what it’s like to collaborate creatively for 20 years, and why being “authentic” matters more than ever in this era of social media polish. We also chat love, dealbreakers, the madness of modern dating, and why musicals (and laughter) might just be the best form of therapy. This one is pure joy. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Got a question or a story to share? Text or send a voice note on 07796657512 - just start your message with LOB Use the WhatsApp shortcut:  Prefer email? Drop us a line at  If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it—it really helps!Bryony xx CREDITS Presenter: Bryony Gordon Guest: Megan Jayne Crabbe Producer: Henry Williams Audio & Video Editor: Luke Shelley Content Editor: Joseph Palmer Executive Producer: Mike Wooller A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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