Movember: In The Barber Chair
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -In The Barber Chair is a podcast series by Movember bringing you real cuts and real conversations about what it means to be a man today. Recorded at Ted's Grooming Room, London, with hosting duties split between Tim Lovejoy and Matt Johnson, each episode features an open and honest conversation between guest and host, because while the moustache has always been the conversation starter, it’s talking and being there for someone that really matters.
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Episodes
S2Ep12: George Furbank
January 05, 2021 13:20 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBRugby star George Furbank chats to Matt about playing for England, dealing with disappointment and maintaining a positive mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep11: Simon Hooper
December 14, 2020 00:01 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBMatt Johnson catches up with Father of Daughters blogger Simon Hooper for this week's episode. They chat about how to explain a global pandemic to your children, representing dads on social media, and lessons in loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep10: Matt Willis
December 07, 2020 00:01 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBThis week’s guest is singer, television presenter and actor, Matt Willis. Matt talks about overcoming addiction, the benefits of opening up, and looking like a WWI fighter pilot for Movember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep9: Will Mellor
November 30, 2020 00:01 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBActor Will Mellor stops by for a chat about his new campaign with KP Nuts to raise awareness of the importance of men checking their nuts. Matt and Will also talk about grief and loss, and the impact of lockdown on men across the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep8: Richard Herring
November 23, 2020 00:01 - 44 minutes - 61 MBMatt talks to comedian, writer, and fellow Podcaster Richard Herring about Richard's experience dealing with men tweeting 'When is International Men's Day?' on International Women's Day. Which is incidentally the subject of his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep7: Gordon Smart
November 16, 2020 00:01 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBToday's guest is Scottish broadcaster and former journalist and editor of The Scottish Sun, Gordon Smart. Gordon and Matt reminisce over their careers and discuss how working at The Sun has influenced Gordon's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep6: The Vamps
November 10, 2020 00:01 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBJames McVey and Bradley Simpson from British pop rock band The Vamps stop by for a chat ahead of their cycling challenge for Movember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep5: Jason Fox
November 02, 2020 00:01 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBFormer Special Forces Sergeant Jason Fox chats to Matt about PTSD, finding purpose past your job, and being a secret hippy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep4: Jake Humphrey
September 28, 2020 12:22 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBEnglish television presenter and journalist Jake Humphrey drops in for a chat with host Matt Johnson about life in the public eye and dealing with negative criticism on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep3: Ore Oduba
August 30, 2020 23:01 - 32 minutes - 45.3 MBThis week's guest is television and radio presenter, Ore Oduba. Ore talks to host Matt Johnson about challenging moments in lockdown, Strictly, and the importance of showing vulnerability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep2: Henry Holland
August 23, 2020 23:01 - 34 minutes - 47 MBMatt Johnson talks with English fashion designer Henry Holland about stepping back from his label earlier this year, imposter syndrome, and the power of positive thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2Ep1: Charlie Condou
August 16, 2020 23:01 - 34 minutes - 47.8 MBThe first episode in the new series of In The Barber Chair welcomes British actor, columnist, LGBT rights activist, and dad Charlie Condou talking to host Matt Johnson about an acting career that includes seven years on Coronation Street, and the ups and downs of being a father Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S1Ep6: Iwan Thomas
June 09, 2020 23:06 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBFormer Olympian Iwan Thomas talks to host Matt Johnson about his struggles after an injury-plagued career forced him into retirement and about the importance of speaking out when you have a problem with your mental or physical health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep6: Iwan Thomas
June 09, 2020 23:06 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBFormer Olympian Iwan Thomas talks to host Matt Johnson about his struggles after an injury-plagued career forced him into retirement and about the importance of speaking out when you have a problem with your mental or physical health See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ep5: Ricky Hatton
May 21, 2020 09:52 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBIn a special Mental Health Awareness Week edition of Movember: In The Barber Chair, guest host Simon Thomas talks to British boxing legend Ricky Hatton about his career and the challenges he faced in his life. In association with the Rugby League World Cup 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S1Ep5: Ricky Hatton
May 21, 2020 09:52 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBIn a special Mental Health Awareness Week edition of Movember: In The Barber Chair, guest host Simon Thomas talks to British boxing legend Ricky Hatton about his career and the challenges he faced in his life. In association with the Rugby League World Cup 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep4: Jack Fincham
January 09, 2020 12:05 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBFormer Love Island winner Jack Fincham takes to the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk to host Matt Johnson about his own mental health struggle, his ambitions as a boxer, and the ups and downs of life after reality TV. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S1Ep4: Jack Fincham
January 09, 2020 12:05 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBFormer Love Island winner Jack Fincham takes to the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk to host Matt Johnson about his own mental health struggle, his ambitions as a boxer, and the ups and downs of life after reality TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ep3: Paul Chowdhry
November 29, 2019 15:15 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBComedian Paul Chowdhry takes a seat in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room for a chat with host Tim Lovejoy about his life in comedy and how the best jokes don’t always come from the happiest places See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S1Ep3: Paul Chowdhry
November 29, 2019 15:15 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBComedian Paul Chowdhry takes a seat in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room for a chat with host Tim Lovejoy about his life in comedy and how the best jokes don’t always come from the happiest places Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paul Chowdhry
November 29, 2019 15:15 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBComedian Paul Chowdhry takes a seat in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room for a chat with host Tim Lovejoy about his life in comedy and how the best jokes don’t always come from the happiest places For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
S1Ep2: Jim Chapman
November 29, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBYoutuber Jim Chapman is next up in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room to talk to host Tim Lovejoy about life as a modern man and how it feels to be part of ‘Britain’s most influential family’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jim Chapman
November 29, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBYoutuber Jim Chapman is next up in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room to talk to host Tim Lovejoy about life as a modern man and how it feels to be part of ‘Britain’s most influential family’ For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Ep2: Jim Chapman
November 29, 2019 15:00 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBYoutuber Jim Chapman is next up in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room to talk to host Tim Lovejoy about life as a modern man and how it feels to be part of ‘Britain’s most influential family’ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ep1: Ben Miller
November 28, 2019 16:30 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBComedian Ben Miller joins host Tim Lovejoy in the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk about mental health, meditation, and what it means to be a man today See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S1Ep1: Ben Miller
November 28, 2019 16:30 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBComedian Ben Miller joins host Tim Lovejoy in the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk about mental health, meditation, and what it means to be a man today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ben Miller
November 28, 2019 16:30 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBComedian Ben Miller joins host Tim Lovejoy in the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk about mental health, meditation, and what it means to be a man today For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
S2E6: Osher Günsberg
October 27, 2017 10:40 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBA familiar face returns to the Movember Podcast, this time as guest rather than host. Osher Günsberg is a longtime Mo Bro and friend of Adam, and in this episode they retrace the personal, mental and professional transformation Osher has been through since he went by 'Andrew G' in the nineties. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Osher Günsberg
October 27, 2017 10:40 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBA familiar face returns to the Movember Podcast, this time as guest rather than host. Osher Günsberg is a longtime Mo Bro and friend of Adam, and in this episode they retrace the personal, mental and professional transformation Osher has been through since he went by 'Andrew G' in the nineties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mick Aston
October 05, 2017 15:40 - 39 minutes - 36 MBMick and Adam met as officers in the Australian army in their early 20's. Since then, Mick has seen 28 years of service including operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and was awarded two orders for Distinguished Service. Now retired, Mick reflects on his career, and the transition from service to civilian life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2E5: Mick Aston
October 05, 2017 15:40 - 39 minutes - 36 MBMick and Adam met as officers in the Australian army in their early 20's. Since then, Mick has seen 28 years of service including operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and was awarded two orders for Distinguished Service. Now retired, Mick reflects on his career, and the transition from service to civilian life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Andrew Denton
October 05, 2017 15:22 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn episode 4 of season 2 of the Movember Podcast, Adam sits down with TV writer, producer and host of 'Better Off Dead', Andrew Denton. Unfiltered, Andrew lays out the reality of losing his father and how it has impacted the way he takes action to protect his own health: physical and mental. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2E4: Andrew Denton
October 05, 2017 15:22 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn episode 4 of season 2 of the Movember Podcast, Adam sits down with TV writer, producer and host of 'Better Off Dead', Andrew Denton. Unfiltered, Andrew lays out the reality of losing his father and how it has impacted the way he takes action to protect his own health: physical and mental. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Chris Hadfield
October 05, 2017 15:05 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode of the Movember Podcast, our host and co-founder Adam Garone sits down with the first Canadian to walk in space: Chris Hadfield. Adam and Chris explore the challenges of being a husband and father in an inherently high-risk profession, following his Dad's advice, and driving yourself to the 'very hairy edge of possible'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2E3: Chris Hadfield
October 05, 2017 15:05 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIn this episode of the Movember Podcast, our host and co-founder Adam Garone sits down with the first Canadian to walk in space: Chris Hadfield. Adam and Chris explore the challenges of being a husband and father in an inherently high-risk profession, following his Dad's advice, and driving yourself to the 'very hairy edge of possible'. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
S2E2: Reggie Ossé
September 25, 2017 16:32 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBReggie Ossé discusses major turning points and challenges in his life. From growing up in a one-parent house and having to find his own role models, to becoming successful in three separate careers, and experiencing some dark moments: Reggie tells Adam about how he's handled transitions and what he'd say to others in the same situation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Reggie Ossé
September 25, 2017 16:32 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBReggie Ossé discusses major turning points and challenges in his life. From growing up in a one-parent house and having to find his own role models, to becoming successful in three separate careers, and experiencing some dark moments: Reggie tells Adam about how he's handled transitions and what he'd say to others in the same situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2E1: Morgan Spurlock
September 25, 2017 16:30 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBIn the first interview of this season, our host Adam Garone sits down with filmmaker Morgan Spurlock. From the times he slept in a hammock to fund his dreams to what he now teaches his sons about being a man, Morgan tells Adam about key moments and decisions in his life. Here, they dig deeper into the man behind (and face of) the fast food hit, SuperSize Me. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Morgan Spurlock
September 25, 2017 16:30 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBIn the first interview of this season, our host Adam Garone sits down with filmmaker Morgan Spurlock. From the times he slept in a hammock to fund his dreams to what he now teaches his sons about being a man, Morgan tells Adam about key moments and decisions in his life. Here, they dig deeper into the man behind (and face of) the fast food hit, SuperSize Me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Allan’s Story
September 05, 2016 03:55 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MBThis is the second in a series of episodes of Movember Radio raising awareness in the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th with the powerful message of “Men, let’s talk when things get tough”. We talk to Mo Bro Allan Sparkes CV, a decorated police officer and one of only five Australian heroes to be awarded the highest bravery decoration, the Cross of Valour. Through Al’s service he developed chronic post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and associated chronic depression ...
Justin’s Story
August 24, 2016 05:38 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MBThis is the first in a series of episodes of Movember Radio raising awareness in the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th with the powerful message of “Men, let’s talk when things get tough”. We talk to Mo Bro Justin Geange who shares his own personal experience of suicide and the challenges he faced in not being able to speak out about what he was going through when he lost his job back in 2013. Justin has since passionately advocated the importance of talking about men’...
Celebrating Fatherhood
June 09, 2016 05:27 - 54 minutes - 24.6 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to two new dads about the highlights and challenges they face in fatherhood. Justin Baldoni, actor, director, filmmaker and star of hit TV show “Jane the Virgin” where he also happens to play a new dad similar to his role in real life. He’s also joined by Stuart Holden, Sports Commentator who recently retired from professional soccer having played for the Bolton Wanderers, Houston Dynamo and the US National Team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
The Mo who ran 100km for men’s health
June 01, 2016 03:51 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Kieran Ryan, a passionate Mo Bro from Stawell, Australia who first got involved with Movember in 2009 when he was 21 years old, after losing two close mates to suicide. Kieran has been a champion for men’s health, running 100km for Movember back in 2012 and his team helped raise more than $50,000 over seven years. Kieran then went on to trek the Kokoda Trail with Mo Bro Ambassador and Paralympian Kurt Fearnley for the 100th Anniversary of ANZAC D...
The monk who got testicular cancer
May 03, 2016 05:07 - 39 minutes - 17.8 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Andy Puddicombe, a meditation and mindfulness expert and founder of the hugely popular mindfulness app “Headspace”. In 2013, Andy was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Mindfulness has helped him to cope with the physical, emotional and mental impact of the illness. Prior to this, Andy undertook a ten-year journey, which took him around the world, culminating with ordination as a Tibetan Buddhist monk in Northern India. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
A journey from fighter to survivor
April 18, 2016 22:46 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Jonny Imerman, the founder of Imerman Angels and a testicular cancer survivor who was diagnosed at the age of 26. Jonny talks openly about the challenges he faced going through surgery and chemotherapy and the support he received on his journey from family and friends, but never met anyone his age that was a cancer survivor. He decided to set up Imerman Angels to introduce each cancer fighter to one survivor who can inspire them to know that they ...
Sam Gledhill
April 05, 2016 02:32 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Sam Gledhill, Testicular Cancer Programs Lead at the Movember Foundation. Sam explains why its important for every bloke to getting to know what’s normal for your nuts as part of the “Know thy nuts” campaign by the Movember Foundation for testicular cancer awareness month in April. Early detection is key as testicular cancer is a highly treatable disease. Sam also shares the progress of testicular cancer programs funded by the Foundation. Hosted...
Ep 36: Sam Gledhill
April 05, 2016 02:32 - 22 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Sam Gledhill, Testicular Cancer Programs Lead at the Movember Foundation. Sam explains why its important for every bloke to getting to know what’s normal for your nuts as part of the “Know thy nuts” campaign by the Movember Foundation for testicular cancer awareness month in April. Early detection is key as testicular cancer is a highly treatable disease. Sam also shares the progress of testicular cancer programs funded by the Foundation. S...
Niiobli Armah
February 22, 2016 23:52 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Niiobli Armah IV, Program Manager at Prevention Institute in the U.S on promoting mental health and wellbeing. Niiobli also works with the Movember Foundation team on the groundbreaking new initiative called “Making Connections”. This will develop and implement actionable, community-level prevention plans to improve mental health for men and boys. Niiobli hopes to encourage more positive notions of masculinity in the community and effectively util...
Ep 35: Niiobli Armah
February 22, 2016 23:52 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Niiobli Armah IV, Program Manager at Prevention Institute in the U.S on promoting mental health and wellbeing. Niiobli also works with the Movember Foundation team on the groundbreaking new initiative called “Making Connections”. This will develop and implement actionable, community-level prevention plans to improve mental health for men and boys. Niiobli hopes to encourage more positive notions of masculinity in the community and effectively uti...
Johnny Benjamin
February 10, 2016 23:25 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to Jonny Benjamin - a mental health campaigner who spends his life visiting schools, universities, prisons, hospitals and corporations talking about his experience. In 2008, Jonny was about to jump off a bridge over the river Thames before a stranger stepped in and talked him back from the brink. This experience led to a personal transformation for Jonny and a television documentary about that moment which has been viewed by 300 million people online...