This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

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Dr Joanna Moncrieff - Psychiatrist & Professor of Critical & Social Psychiatry at University College London

Dr Joanna Moncrieff is a practising psychiatrist, author, and academic at University College London. As a founding member of the Critical Psychiatry Network, her work challenges the widely accepted "disease-centred" view of mental health, the idea that psychiatric drugs simply fix chemical imbalances. Instead, she advocates for a "drug-centred" approach to better understand how these medications actually alter the brain and behaviour. With decades of clinical experience across London, she aims to radically re-evaluate how society conceptualises and manages emotional distress.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:53 - The Serotonin Myth

00:03:06 - Serotonin's Role and Misinformation

00:04:09 - Serotonin and Sexual Function

00:05:26 - The Assumed Evidence of Antidepressants

00:08:27 - Understanding Serotonin Levels

00:09:35 - Serotonin Measurement and Depression

00:11:45 - The Theory of Depression and Serotonin

00:12:36 - Effects of Antidepressants

00:15:38 - Experiences of Antidepressant Users

00:18:46 - The Biological Cause of Depression

00:19:53 - The Assumption of a Biological Cause

00:26:23 - The Role of Placebo in Depression Treatment

00:28:07 - The Psychoactive Effects of Antidepressants

00:30:20 - The Misinterpretation of Sedation as Recovery

Follow Joanna:

Website - https://joannamoncrieff.com/

X - https://x.com/joannamoncrieff/

Useful Links:

Chemically Imbalanced: The Making and Unmaking of the Serotonin Myth Book link - https://lnk.to/chemicallyimbalanced

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Guest - Dr David Montgomery | Co-Founder & Director at PM Life Sciences Consulting

Dr David Montgomery is a medical doctor with experience across the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, and the charity sector, with a strong interest in healthcare policy and market access. Passionate about improving how the healthcare system works and bringing people together to drive positive change, he co-founded PM Life Sciences with Dr Sheuli Porkess to support small healthcare companies, startups, and biotech organisations to commercialise innovation and overcome policy barriers to better health outcomes.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction and Background

00:03:35 - Reflections on COVID Pandemic and Historical Crises

00:04:46 - Transition from Charity Sector to Pharma

00:07:15 - Comparing Pfizer and Prostate Cancer UK

00:09:20 - Moving from Medicine to Pharma

00:14:13 - Challenges in Clinical Academic Medicine

00:15:58 - Research on Breast Cancer Post-Cure Care

00:17:50 - Considering a Move to Australia

00:18:24 - Host Interjection and Request for Support

00:18:42 - Pharma Priorities and Patient Needs Alignment

00:19:40 - Responsible Innovation and Patient Centricity

00:23:51 - Innovation vs Change

00:27:27 - Transparency and Trust in Pharma

Follow :

Website - https://www.pmlifesciences.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-montgomery-ba374025/

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Dr Julia Jones - Founder of Holidity, Neuroscientist, Author,

Lead guitarist of Pretty Crap Band

Dr Julia Jones is a neuroscientist, former Olympic psychologist, and author with over 30 years of experience in behavior change and human performance. Driven by the personal loss of her parents, she founded Holidity, a health-tech platform that helps organizations deliver human-led wellness coaching to build lasting health habits at scale. Her groundbreaking work explores longevity, biohacking, and the role of music in emotional regulation and motivation. Having delivered wellness programs for organizations like the NHS and Goldman Sachs, she also embraces her musical side as "Dr Rock," the lead guitarist in the all-female rock band Pretty Crap.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:44 - Dr. Julia Jones' Background

00:01:19 - The Flaw in the Health and Fitness Model

00:04:29 - The Missing Piece in the Health and Fitness Model

00:06:17 - The Role of Music in Training

00:09:23 - The Neuroscience of Music and Training

00:10:40 - The Importance of Long-Term Potentiation in Forming Habits

00:12:42 - The Impact of Understanding Brain Behaviour

00:15:20 - Understanding the Reversal Process in Brain Cells

00:15:56 - The Myth of 21 Days Habit Formation

00:17:05 - Factors Affecting Habit Formation

00:17:42 - The Role of Environment and Biology in Habit Formation

00:21:36 - The Ancient Brain in Modern Life

00:22:53 - Bridging the Gap Between Ancient Brain and Modern Life

00:23:08 - The Difficulty of Changing Habits

00:25:10 - The Role of Intrinsic Motivation and Discipline in Habit Formation

00:26:07 - The Biological Inability to Change Habits

00:26:26 - The Myth of Willpower and Motivation

00:27:03 - Strategies to Optimize Brain for Modern Life

Follow Julia:

Website - https://www.drjuliajones.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjuliajones/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrJuliaJones/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliajonesuk/

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@DrJuliaJones

Useful Links:

Holidity - https://holidity.com/

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements: https://www.dietapplements.com/

Guest - Dr Nneka Nwokolo | Menopause Expert & Co-founder of NewWoman Health Menopause Clinic

Dr. Nneka Nwokolo is an NHS Consultant Sexual Health Physician with over 20 years of expertise in women's sexual and reproductive health, contraception, and menopause care. A member of the British, European, and International Menopause Societies, she co-founded NewWoman Health to empower women through education on menopause's short- and long-term impacts, offering specialist consultations and lifestyle guidance for optimal health. She also serves as Global Head of Patient Affairs at ViiV Healthcare and Honorary Consultant in HIV and Sexual Health at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, championing quality of life and awareness of under-discussed health issues.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Highlights

00:01:28 - Defining Menopause

00:01:50 - Understanding Perimenopause

00:03:24 - Misconceptions about Menopause

00:05:55 - HRT and Menopause

00:10:16 - Hot Flushes and Body Temperature Control

00:10:23 - Onset of Menopause Symptoms

00:11:49 - Cognitive Decline and Menopause

00:14:00 - HRT and Brain Fog

00:15:12 - Distinguishing Menopause from Other Conditions

00:16:16 - Psychological Symptoms and Mood Changes

00:17:16 - Impact of Menopause on Family Dynamics

00:18:59 - Discerning Depression from Menopause

00:20:44 - Menopause and Sleep Disturbances

00:22:12 - Menopause and Heart Disease

00:24:11 - Menopause and Weight Gain

00:27:46 - Solutions for Midlife Crisis

00:30:00 - Role of HRT

00:30:35 - Healthy Lifestyle and Ageing

00:31:27 - Personal Experience with HRT

00:34:14 - Cultural Silence around Menopause

00:35:00 - The Importance of Menopause Education

00:37:18 - Personal Journey to HRT

00:38:09 - Sharing Menopause Experience with Children

00:38:50 - Educating Men about Menopause

00:39:22 - Informed Decision to Use HRT

Follow Nneka:

Website - https://newwomanhealth.co.uk/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nneka-nwokolo-053938b8/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nnwokolo1

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Guest - Dr David Montgomery | Co-Founder & Director at PM Life Sciences Consulting

Dr David Montgomery is a medical doctor with experience across the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, and the charity sector, with a strong interest in healthcare policy and market access. Passionate about improving how the healthcare system works and bringing people together to drive positive change, he co-founded PM Life Sciences with Dr Sheuli Porkess to support small healthcare companies, startups, and biotech organisations to commercialise innovation and overcome policy barriers to better health outcomes.

#assisteddying #NHS #CancerDrugsFund #HealthcarePolicy #pharmaindustry

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:45 - Economics of Rare Disease Treatments

00:02:40 - Challenges in Cancer Drug Fund

00:05:27 - Delays in New Cancer Medicines

00:05:52 - Innovation in Healthcare System

00:12:21 - Fragmentation in Cancer Research

00:15:01 - Assisted Dying Debate

00:15:53 - Complications of Assisted Dying Legislation

00:20:51 - Implications of Different Assisted Dying Laws in UK Regions

00:22:46 - Patient Participation in Clinical Trials

00:25:29 - Flexible Deals Between NHS and Pharma Companies

Follow David:

Website - https://www.pmlifesciences.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-montgomery-ba374025/

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Guest - Dr David Montgomery | Co-Founder & Director at PM Life Sciences Consulting

Dr David Montgomery is a medical doctor with experience across the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, and the charity sector, with a strong interest in healthcare policy and market access. Passionate about improving how the healthcare system works and bringing people together to drive positive change, he co-founded PM Life Sciences with Dr Sheuli Porkess to support small healthcare companies, startups, and biotech organisations to commercialise innovation and overcome policy barriers to better health outcomes.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:49 - Science, Economics, and Healthcare

00:02:06 - Role of the Pharmaceutical Industry

00:03:14 - Cost of Medicine and Profit

00:05:26 - Challenge of Rare Diseases

00:07:01 - Impact of Government Decisions on Healthcare

00:08:33 - Importance of Subscribing

00:08:50 - Dilemma of UK's Research and Development

00:10:05 - Challenge of New Drugs and Treatments

00:10:22 - Issue of Slow Uptake and Patchy Uptake

00:11:44 - Challenge of Optimal Utilisation

00:13:39 - Issue of Rare Diseases in the UK

00:15:28 - Challenge of Innovation in Healthcare

00:15:45 - Issue of Complex Therapies for Rare Diseases

00:16:19 - Hope for Future Healthcare Innovation

00:16:57 - Dilemma of Dementia Treatment

00:17:45 - Importance of Prevention in Healthcare

00:18:43 - Sad Reality of Medical Progress

00:19:19 - Aspiration for Better Future Health Outcomes

00:19:54 - Challenge of Equity in Access to Medicines

00:20:03 - Ethical Dilemma of Free Drug Programs

00:21:28 - Importance of Following Regulatory Process

00:21:55 - Moral Dilemma of Early Access to Medicines

00:22:24 - Risks of Not Following the Regulatory Process

Follow David:

Website - https://www.pmlifesciences.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-montgomery-ba374025/

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Guest - Dr David Montgomery | Co-Founder & Director at PM Life Sciences Consulting

Dr David Montgomery is a medical doctor with experience across the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, and the charity sector, with a strong interest in healthcare policy and market access. Passionate about improving how the healthcare system works and bringing people together to drive positive change, he co-founded PM Life Sciences with Dr Sheuli Porkess to support small healthcare companies, startups, and biotech organisations to commercialise innovation and overcome policy barriers to better health outcomes.

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:40 - Discussion on Drug Introduction and Pricing

00:01:04 - Sustainability in Drug Pricing

00:02:27 - MHRA and NICE Collaboration

00:03:21 - Challenges in Drug Pricing

00:04:10 - Confidential Discounts and Transparency

00:05:19 - The QALY Measure

00:06:44 - Innovation in Medication

00:10:06 - Improving Medication Versions

00:11:42 - Serendipity in Discovery

00:13:24 - Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance

00:16:01 - Antibiotics and Antimicrobial Resistance Continued

00:17:40 - Add-on Therapies and Their Approval

00:21:48 - Cost-effectiveness of Add-on Therapies

00:23:14 - Challenges in Approving Life-saving Treatments

00:24:03 - Role of Charities in Drug Discovery

00:25:01 - Economics of Drug Discovery and Development

Follow David :

Website - https://www.pmlifesciences.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-montgomery-ba374025/

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.

This podcast honours the NHS: its people, its purpose, its power.

The Visionary Podcast is Sponsored by Dietapplements – Your Pure, Clean-label Supplements:

https://www.dietapplements.com/

Helen Hall - Movement therapist - Running Coach | The PFM Way Founder

Helen Hall is a movement specialist, author, and endurance athlete dedicated to helping people overcome chronic pain and rediscover efficient, enjoyable movement. With over four decades of experience, she combines cutting-edge motion analysis technology with deep biomechanical insight to uncover root causes of pain and injury. A former Royal Air Force officer and the world’s first barefoot Ironwoman, Helen is the creator of The PFM Way, a science-based approach to movement efficiency and author of Even With Your Shoes On: Discover Your Natural Path to Smooth, Efficient, Enjoyable Running.

#runningform #runningpain #helenhall #movementawareness #runningtips #helenhall #thepfmway

Host/Podcaster: Hala Ali

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:50 - Importance of Basic Movement

00:01:48 - Problem with Advanced Interventions

00:02:30 - Invisible Elements of Movement

00:03:10 - Importance of Checking Basics

00:03:47 - Problem with Modern Education

00:08:36 - Importance of Play

00:09:20 - Problem with Sitting

00:12:43 - Problem with Specialization

00:15:33 - Fundamental Understanding of Body Movement

00:15:56 - Importance of Reflexive Shapes

00:16:34 - Social Media Presence and Engagement

00:17:03 - Challenge of Short Attention Spans

00:17:51 - Potential for Movement Development

00:18:47 - Conclusion

Follow Helen:

Website - https://www.helen-hall.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/helenhallpfm/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePFMWay

Useful Links:

Even With Your Shoes On - https://www.helen-hall.co.uk/ewyso

Explore the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeFXRuOQ6z8r12D9L8f0lyOYAxdOZRWzY

Music: Chopin - Piano Concerto no. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 - III. Rondo – Vivace (String Quintet arr.)

Disclaimer: The Visionary Podcast features conversations with health professionals purely for educational and informational purposes. There is no financial exchange between the podcast and its guests. All views expressed are those of the health professionals and do not constitute medical advice.