Bright Ideas with Anita Rani

What do beans, blueberries and butterflies have in common? Quite a lot, actually. Dr Megan Rossi – aka The Gut Health Doctor – joins Anita to break down the science of feeling good from the inside out. From everyday food swaps to why gut health affects everything from your mood to your sleep, this episode is packed with bright ideas you’ll actually remember. Expect myth-busting, brilliant banter – and a hangover cure you didn’t see coming. To discover how to get in tune with your gut, watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ_YA60moHg Bright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/ We'd like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/  #anitarani #drmeganrossi #guthealth #hangovercure #microbiome Credits ListenHost: Anita RaniProducer: Richard PowerLead executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Jonathan PascoeVideo editor: Carla Mercer Telegraph Media GroupExecutive producers: Alice Treasure, Tom Gadd, Vanessa WoodgateCreative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones

What does it really take to feel good in your body – especially when life gets busy?Ben Shephard joins Anita to talk about his Fit at 50 journey, the discipline behind daily habits and how consistency over perfection is the real secret to wellbeing. A reflective and uplifting conversation about showing up for yourself, finding balance and learning to move with life rather than against it.Watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPMmRQMNOMM Bright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/ We’d like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/ #anitarani #benshephard #fitat50 #thismorning #fitness #fitnessgoals #motivation #ad Credits ListenHost: Anita RaniProducer: Richard PowerLead executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Jonathan PascoeVideo editor: Carla Mercer Telegraph Media GroupExecutive producers: Alice Treasure, Tom Gadd, Vanessa WoodgateCreative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones

Which England footballer is perfecting his latte art? And how can you keep it together in high-pressure situations?  England footballers Eberechi Eze, Dean Henderson and Marc Guéhi join Anita to discuss how belief, balance and the power of routine help them manage life in the spotlight. With rare insight into the lives of top athletes, including what they do to ensure a good night’s sleep and how they unwind after a big game, this uplifting and surprising episode is full of life lessons about how to fine-tune for success.To discover how the boys bond over latte art, watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6xeCPfr_BU Bright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/  We'd like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/  #anitarani #englandfootball #fa #eberechieze #deanhenderson #marcguehi #brightideas #ad Credits ListenHost: Anita RaniProducer: Richard PowerLead executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Jonathan PascoeVideo editor: Carla Mercer Telegraph Media GroupExecutive producers: Alice Treasure, Tom Gadd, Vanessa WoodgateCreative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones

How can the simple addition of a bird table transform your mood? How can you overcome the hurdles that society puts in your way? Broadcaster Kirsty Gallacher joins Anita to talk about pushing through in male-dominated spaces, showing up with tenacity and why women have to work twice as hard to be taken seriously. They reflect on pride, persistence and what it means to claim your space – even when it’s uncomfortable. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8NewKCnO9s  Bright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/  We'd like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/  #anitarani #kirstygallacher #lifehacks #brightideas #ad Credits ListenHost: Anita RaniProducer: Richard PowerLead executive producers: Kellie Redmond, Jonathan PascoeVideo editor: Carla Mercer Telegraph Media GroupExecutive producers: Alice Treasure, Tom Gadd, Vanessa WoodgateCreative director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones

How can we stop a feed full of bad news ruining our day? And how can we shift our focus to the ways we can improve our lives? Psychologist and bestselling author Dr Julie Smith joins Anita to share simple, powerful ideas for protecting your mental health in a noisy world. From busting therapy myths to the best ways to manage our time online, they unpack what really helps when things feel overwhelming – and how small changes can make a big difference.  Watch this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CNwwzbbU4s Bright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/ We'd like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/  #anitarani #drjuliesmith #mentalhealth #ad

Is work/life balance a myth? And what happens when we stop waiting for change and start creating it ourselves? Entrepreneur and founder of Not On The High Street and Holly&Co, Holly Tucker joins Anita to talk about purpose, planning for the life you want and the joys of a life in business. With practical tools and big thinking, this episode is all about choosing intention over perfection – and building something that feels like you. To see Holly's incredible outfit, watch this episode on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_z4ZvTwJGEBright Ideas with Anita Rani, brought to you by EE, is a Listen production for Telegraph Media Group. Catch new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe here for your weekly dose of bright ideas and read more at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/smart-life/ We'd like to ask you a few questions about this podcast, take a quick survey at https://www.telegraph.co.uk/contact-us/brand-impact-surveys/bright-ideas-podcast/ #anitarani #hollytucker #adCreditsListenHost: Anita RaniProducer: Richard PowerLead Executive Producers: Kellie Redmond, Jonathan PascoeVideo Editor: Carla MercerTelegraph Media GroupExecutive Producers: Alice Treasure, Tom Gadd, Vanessa WoodgateCreative Director: Jonathan Clayton-Jones