Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat

Zoe Blaskey is the founder of Motherkind, a platform dedicated to supporting and empowering mothers through the ups and downs of parenthood. With a background in coaching and a passion for mental well-being, Zoe creates content that offers practical advice, emotional support, and inspiring stories for mums everywhere.00:00 Intro2:30 The joy in coaching mothers3:11 Why did Zoe want to write a book?5:04 Motherhood is supposed to change you6:49 What happens when a woman becomes a mother?10:00 Em...

Join Mo Gawdat in an insightful conversation with Dr. Megan Rossi, also known as The Gut Health Doctor. Dr. Rossi is a renowned dietitian, nutritionist, and researcher specializing in gut health.00:00 Intro03:09 What is gut health?6:30 Eat for your gut microbes 9:00 Are wine and dark chocolate good for us?10:00 What are the symptoms of a bad gut?14:50 What is the link between the gut and the brain?17:20 How did Megan get into her line of work?22:10 What does Megan eat in a day?27:30 Why ...

Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Kevin Kelly, a renowned futurist, author, and co-founder of Wired magazine. In this episode, Kevin Kelly shares his insights on living life to the fullest, embracing optimism, and finding happiness in a rapidly changing world. Don't miss this engaging discussion with Mo Gawdat, where they explore the future and how we can navigate it with a positive outlook.00:00 Intro2:53 Kevin's home library10:30 How dropping out of college changed ever...

Dr. Natalie Cawley is a dedicated Psychotherapist and Counselling Psychologist with a specialisation in attachment theory. Her expertise in this aspect of psychological and emotional functioning informs all of her work, guiding her approach to help clients build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.00:00 Intro1:38 Why did Natalie write a book on her patients?3:30 Why be a psychotherapist?5:30 Natalie's car accident 8:36 Dealing with the feeling of failure14:00 Feeling 'trapped'17:58 ...

Andy Ramage is a wellness coach, entrepreneur, and author known for his work in promoting alcohol-free living. He co-founded the One Year No Beer movement, which encourages people to take a break from alcohol to improve their health and well-being. 00:00 Intro2:00 Having to retire early from football due to injury4:30 Reinventing yourself after hardship11:25 What is your biggest question to yourself right now?14:44 Removing alcohol increases productivity 18:00 Mo's father gave him a...

Dr. Rumman Chowdhury is a leader in applied algorithmic ethics, creating ethical AI solutions. She heads Parity Consulting and the Parity Responsible Innovation Fund and is a Responsible AI Fellow at Harvard. Previously, she led the META team at Twitter and founded the algorithmic audit platform Parity. This year, she was one of four scientists to serve as a new U.S. Science Envoy.00:00 Intro 2:54 Are tech companies delivering on their promise?4:19 Why is Rumman no longer in tech?5...

Davina McCall is a renowned British TV presenter, best known for hosting Big Brother. With a career spanning over two decades, she's also an advocate for fitness and health. Despite facing personal challenges, including a tumultuous childhood and overcoming addiction, Davina has become a beloved public figure, inspiring many with her resilience and positivity. In this conversation, we explore her journey, triumphs, and the secrets behind her enduring success.00:00 Intro02:00 Who is Davina McC...

Bryony Gordon, journalist, author, and mental health advocate, recently faced criticism for joining the Daily Mail as a columnist. Despite the backlash, she vows to use her platform to raise awareness about mental health issues.0:00 Bryony has received criticism for moving to the Daily Mail03:45 Mo introduces Bryony05:40 Why was Bryony attacked on social media for joining the Mail?14:00 Mo's experience of online criticism 17:56 Bryony's critical voice in her head27:20 Why Bry...

Please enjoy this rewind episode with Yanis Varoufakis, globally recognized economist, and former Greek finance minister, famously known as the “rockstar politician who challenged the EU.”As voters across various countries prepare to make crucial decisions, Varoufakis's perspectives on economic justice and democratic reform provide valuable context and food for thought. Listen as we dive into:My fanboy experience watching Yanis during the economic crisis.Why Yanis refused to play politic...

Lurata Lyon was just a young girl when war broke out in the former Yugoslavia. What lay ahead was a nightmare. She endured captivity, torture, and abuse. A girl sold for sex to the highest bidder. Lurata was not only taken once, but twice. Listen to her harrowing story as she explains her journey to positivity despite such unimaginable hardships. 00:00 Intro 2:35 Mo is like a 'father figure'5:10 Human connection 7:00 Can we truly find connection with other people?13:50 Lurata's...

TJ Power is the remarkable neuroscientist and author, reaching a whole new demographic of young people through his informative social media posts. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Why has TJ become a social media success?3:34 Combining tech and psychology5:58 What is D.O.S.E?15:20 How can we get to a happier state?19:20 How gaming can improve our brain health24:50 Why is ADHD considered a 'problem'?31:36 Could AI taking traditional jobs create more room for creativity?37:30 Neurodiversity 41:...

Thanks to all of you who pre-ordered it, the book has already done incredibly well. If you haven't already, you can still help the book reach 1 million people by ordering a copy (https://amzn.eu/d/ipz9OUW).Today on Slo Mo, we bring the Unstressable series to a close with a captivating conversation featuring Corey Keyes, a distinguished sociologist and professor emeritus at Emory University. Corey is renowned for his pioneering research on human flourishing and mental health, introducing...

In our ongoing Unstressable series, today I’m joined by the remarkable Helen Marie, a therapist who has dedicated her life to helping individuals navigate through their trauma toward a path of healing. While many of you might recognize her from her public seminars and writings on emotional recovery, there’s much about Helen that remains beneath the surface.As an avid mountain climber, a hobby that she describes as a metaphor for her approach to therapy—focusing on one small step at a tim...

Today we have a special treat on Slo Mo, diving into the fascinating world of books with Michael Carlisle and Elizabeth Beier, two people responsible for Unstressable being published. Both Alice and I, want the book to reach as many people as it should. You can help us by pre-ordering the book (https://amzn.eu/d/ipz9OUW) ahead of its international publishing day on May 9th. We get up close and personal with Michael Carlisle, literary agent at InkWell Management, and friend. Not onl...

In today’s episode, I'm thrilled to share an enlightening conversation with a truly inspiring person and a wonderful teacher, Stuart Sandeman. Many of you might know Stuart as the mastermind behind "Breathpod," where he transforms lives through the power of breathing. But there’s so much more to his story that isn’t widely known.He is here to help us move closer to our mission of getting 1 million people out of stress and you can help too. "Unstressable: A Practical Guide to Stress-Free Livin...