Why Are We Whispering? With Jennie Guay

1 in 8 men get prostate cancer.144 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer every day.500,000 men are living with prostate cancer as you are reading this. Every HOUR a man dies from prostate cancer. If you are over 50 yrs old, or you're black, or your brother or father had it, your risk of getting prostate cancer goes up significantly.In honour of Men's Health Week, joining host Jennie is Celebrity Chef and author, Cryus Todiwala OBE MBE. He is s well known London based Restauranteur and Her Majesty the Queen was a VERY big fan of his cooking, which he did a lot of during her Diamond Jubilee Tour. Cyrus is also a regular on TV shows Saturday Kitchen, Daybreak and on BBC Radio 4.Cyrus also has Stage 4 Prostate Cancer. On today's episode, Cyrus and Jennie talk honestly about how a cancer diagnosis affects men's mental health, and the impact on the family dynamic. Cyrus shares his cancer journey and what symptoms lead to his ultimate diagnosis and encourages ALL men to test regularly and listen to their bodies.If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, reach our to Prostate Cancer UK for guidance and support: Prostate Cancer UK | Prostate Cancer UKFollow Prostate Cancer UK on Instagram: @prostatecancerukFollow Why Are We Whispering? on Instagram @whywhisperpodcast

What do you see when you hear the word ' POVERTY'? A war torn country? Starving, unclothed children on the other side of the world? In Manchester, UK alone, nearly half of children under 15 years old are living in poverty. Read that again. We need to really look no further than our next door neighbours to see what poverty looks like and means here in the UK. And most of us have no idea that this a very real reality. We're not talking about kids whose parents can't afford the latest NIKE trainer or summer holiday. We're talking about parents who have to make the decision between feeding their kids at all, or keeping the heating on. Some of the families living in poverty, are generational; passing down substance abuse issues and, general parental neglect, where physical/sexual/emotional abuse is a large part of their family dynamics. But some are people who fell on hard times, in a challenging economy, and simply can't fight their way out without the support of others. Regardless, of how poverty entered into their lives, we cannot ignore that half of children in Manchester alone, are falling through the proverbial cracks. And without the support of organizations such as 'Manchester Youth Zone' and people like our guest today, Heather Etheridge, they will be lost in the ether. On this weeks episode, host Jennie and guest Heather Etheridge, CEO of Manchester Youth Zone, talk about what poverty today actually looks like in the UK; how it it impacts the children in its clutches, the families and the community, long term. Heather candidly talks about her own experiences growing up in a household of abuse and neglect and her own struggles that resulted, and how it connects her to the kids of and her work at MYZ. The work she is doing and the spaces that MYZ are providing to these kids and their families, are not just paramount to their development, but to their SURVIVAL. You can follow Manchester Youth Zone on Instagram: @manchesteryouthzoneYou can DONATE (personally or corporately), Volunteer or learn more about Manchester Youth Zone here: Home - Manchester Youth Zone (manchesteryz.org)

When you leave an ex or a marriage that is toxic and abusive, your hell doesn't come to an end if you share children. The next leg of that journey is just beginning. If your ex is toxic, that's one thing, but if you're navigating parenting with someone who also has personality disorders ie: clinical narcissism, borderline personality disorder, etc, it truly is a soul destroying combination. BUT it's not hopeless. There are tools, tricks and, as today's guest describes them, "rules", you can follow to help mitigate some of the negative implications of that ex's behaviour on you and your children. Melissa Porter is the author of 'Mastering the Single Parent Game' and is a qualified Counsellor and Life Coach. After the ending of her marriage and through her experience navigating the dark waters of parallel parenting with a toxic ex, she found her new purpose in helping others through this shared experience. Her book is concise and to the point! And that is exactly how the conversation goes between Melissa and host Jennie on today's episode! We dive into not just tools and rules on parallel/single parenting, but also what to expect from the family court system and the friends and foes around you. If you are thinking about divorce, going through it or coming out the other side and in the throws of co/parallel parenting, this episode is a MUST listen! You can buy 'Mastering the Single Parent Game on Amazon: Mastering the Single Parent Game: Amazon.co.uk: Porter, Melissa: 9781738490417: BooksYou can find Melissa Porter on her website: Melissa Porter - Writer, Property Developer #MelissaPorter #writer #propertydevelopment #porterandsmurfit # (melissa-porter.com)You can follow 'Why Are We Whispering?' on Instagram: @whywhisperpodcast

Belonging, fitting in, being liked and frenemies. These are the trappings of many girls/women social and friendship groups not just in childhood, but well into adulthood as well. And for many, as you enter parenthood, also the dynamics at the school gates with other parents. This weeks episode, host Jennie, is joined by Comedian, Actor and Writer, Kate-Lois Elliott. Drawing upon her own mothers' experience growing up in a Christian Cult, Kate-Lois identified some glaring similarities between her mums experience in a cult and navigating female friendships from childhood through to adulthood and has channelled that into her comedy acts. Jennie and Kate-Lois talk about how these kinds of group dynamics, specifically amongst girls/women, are toxic and detrimental...but also find the humour in the ridiculousness of it all.You can find Kate-Lois Elliott here: Comedian Writer Actress | Kate Lois Elliott | UKYou can buy tickets to Kate-Lois @ Fringe Festival here: Kate-Lois Elliott: How to Belong Without Joining a Cult | Comedy | Edinburgh Festival Fringe (edfringe.com)You can listen to Kate-Lois on the Diversify Podcast here: Diversify on Apple PodcastsFollow the 'Why Are We Whispering? Podcast on Instagram @whywhisperpodcast

Today's episode, host Jennie brings two worlds together that wouldn't normally be associated; novel writing and the realities of domestic abuse and coercive control. #1 best selling author Sarah Pearse (The Retreat, Sanatorium and The Wilds) and Sarah Berry-Valentine from Refuge Charity (domestic violence safe haven), came together to develop some of the characters in Sarah's latest novel, 'The Wilds' and the toxic and abusive relationship dynamics between them. Refuge supported Sarah to ensure that the behaviours, psychology and tactics associated with partners and parents who practice coercive control abuse was accurately depicted.1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime2 women are killed every week by a partner in England/WalesEvery 30 seconds, the police are called to a domestic abuse situationUnsure if you or someone you love are in an abusive situation? Here are the SIGNS:Types of domestic abuse:Psychological/emotional abuse: Includes name-calling, threats and manipulation, blaming you for the abuse or ‘gaslighting’ you.Coercive control: When an abuser uses a pattern of behaviour over time to exert power and control. It is a criminal offence.Physical abuse: This isn’t only hitting. He might restrain you or throw objects. He might pinch or shove you and claim it’s a ‘joke’.Tech abuse: He might send abusive texts, demand access to your devices, track you with spyware, or share images of you online.Economic abuse: Controlling your access to money or resources. He might take your wages, stop you working, or put you in debt without your knowledge or consentSexual abuse: This doesn’t have to be physical. He might manipulate, deceive or coerce you into doing things you don’t want to do.Here's a list of questions to help you begin to spot the signs of an abusive partner:Is your partner jealous and possessive?Is he charming one minute and abusive the next?Does he tell you what to wear, where to go, who to see?Does he constantly put you down?Does he play mind games and make you doubt your judgement?Does he control your money, or make sure you are dependent on him for everyday things?Does he pressure you to have sex when you don’t want to?Are you starting to walk on eggshells to avoid making him angry?Does he control your access to medicine, devices or care that you need?Does he monitor or track your movements or messages?Does he use anger and intimidation to frighten and control you?If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you may be experiencing domestic abuse. You can learn more about author Sarah Pearse here: The Retreat – By Sarah Pearse – Order NowYou can learn more about Refuge Charity and seek help here: Refuge, the largest UK domestic abuse organisation for women

Many of us grow up in a household where organised religion was/is practiced. I grew up Catholic; studied and did all of my sacraments, church on Sunday and holidays, and even went to Catholic Primary and High School. But it never really connected with me. Or, I never connected to it. Regardless of what religions or faiths any of us follow or practice, most of us can agree on one thing, and that is that there is something greater than ourselves at play. On today's episode, host Jennie, is joined by Sunday Times best selling author, TV Presenter and Psychic Medium, TJ Higgs. They talk about what it means to be connected to the other side, how TJ connects and interact with souls and spirit, signs and symbols from our loved ones no longer here and our relationship with death and grief. There are many ways to do and experience this life. And whilst many may discount and reject the validity of mediumship, clairvoyance and psychic ability, an open mind and heart should always be kept with matters of spirituality and connectivity... if you're closed off, you may miss the signs and symbols around you and guiding you. You can follow TJ Higgs on Instagram @tjhiggs.medium You can also find her on her website: www.tjhiggs.com

Trigger Warning: Child Sexual Abuse and RapeThe Rochdale Paedophile Gangs made headlines across the UK. There were even a couple of TV dramatizations made, one of which being 'Three Girls'. None of these horrors would have come to light had it not been for one woman - Maggie Oliver. Maggie saved and continues to save thousands of children across the UK from organised paedophile gangs. Child rapists, who are known to police, but many of whom remain walking the streets and preying on children. On today's episode, host Jennie is joined by the courageous Maggie Oliver. She's a former police detective turned whistle blower. During Maggie's time in the police, she uncovered countless cases of paedophile gangs who were systemically targeting and raping children across the UK. Disturbingly, most of these horrific cases were covered up and buried by the police and judicial system in the UK. In order to save these children and future victims, Maggie had to quit her job in the police to blow the whistle on the corruption and neglect within the UKs police force. Maggie tells her story and shines a very bright light on the darkest and dingiest corners of the UK's "law enforcement" system. If you or someone you know is a victim of child sexual abuse, you can contact the Maggie Oliver Foundation for support: The Maggie Oliver Foundation - Helping Survivors of AbuseMaggie's book, ' Survivors: One Brave Detective's Battle to Expose the Rochdale Child Abuse Scandal' is also available on Amazon.

Today's episode is a special edition International Women's Day episode. Host Jennie Guay was invited by PinkLink to host this weeks podcast LIVE in front of IWD attendees. Jennie was joined by former guests, rape survivor Abi and Sex and Relationship coach Carla Crivalo. They continue their discussions from their previous episodes: Rape Reporting in the UK and Regaining Your Sexual Identity Post Sexual Trauma. Whilst a shorter time frame for discussion, the women drilled down into some very poignant points and address some very real and raw issues affecting women all over the UK and globally. Thank you PinkLink for inviting 'Why Are We Whispering?' and supporting our message.