Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
Patients with a form of liver cancer are still waiting for a treatment that NICE says has few side effects and improves quality of life – because the NHS hasn’t funded it. MPs are meeting in Westminster this month to hear the evidence for Selective Internal Radiation Therapy, or SIRT, and why campaigners say the funding gap needs to close. Joining Rory McGowan to discuss the treatment, and what patients are going through, is Dr Raj Srirajaskanthan, a professor of Gastroenterology at King's College London.
Guests: Raj Srirajaskanthan
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September was Urology Awareness Month, and new research suggests bladder and bowel health remains one of the topics people still find hardest to talk about. A study of over 2,000 UK adults found people are more comfortable discussing their finances, or even their mental health and their weight. Joining Rory McGowan to discuss the findings, and how people can feel more confident seeking help, is Registered General Nurse Louise Heelan, an incontinence expert from Ontex.
Guests: Louise Heelan
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Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
The UK is leading the world in genomic medicine, but turning complex DNA data into actual treatments has traditionally required rare specialist panels often reserved for elite private clinics. Now, a new partnership between the NHS and AI oncology pioneer Astron Health is breaking down those barriers, making world-class personalised second opinions and global clinical trial matching free to every patient the lab serves. Joining Rory McGowan to discuss this major development is Ben Whately, the Co-Founder & CEO of Astron Health.
Guests: Ben Whately
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Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
New research from Nutracheck reveals that many women are quietly putting their own nutrition needs last as they juggle work, family, and the demands of daily life. Some are even going so far as to eat leftovers from their family’s plates, rather than making something for themselves. It’s no surprise then that many are turning to weight-loss medication — but without proper support, it can end up being even worse for their overall well-being. Joining Rory McGowan to discuss this is Emma White, Nutrition Lead at Nutracheck, the UK's leading calorie and nutrition tracking app.
Guests: Emma White
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Chronic kidney disease is often a silent condition, but its effects can be serious. What many people don’t realise is that kidney health is also an overlooked cardiovascular risk factor. Because symptoms may not appear early on, chronic kidney disease frequently goes undetected. That’s why awareness and simple testing through your GP can be so important to help prevent premature cardiovascular disease deaths. Rory McGowan is joined by Fiona Loud to discuss this further.
Guests: Fiona Loud
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Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
Phil Jeynes, Head of Protection at MetLife UK, joins Rory McGowan in this episode. A new poll from accident & health protection experts MetLife UK has found that even in 2025, children still want mum when they’re ill or injured. It raises the question: how do women and families balance home and work life? https://www.metlife.co.uk/
Guests: Phil Jeynes
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Original Broadcast: This is Money
More than a million people switched current account last year — the second time it has ticked over the 1m mark. So, who is winning the switching battle and is it all driven by people chasing a quick and easy buck from banks? Lee Boyce and Georgie Frost dive into the data and also look at why you might not be rich enough to bank with HSBC anymore — if you want its exclusive account. The Government rules out forcing businesses to accept cash — is that a smart move? Need help with your tax return? HMRC slammed for poor customer service record via the telephone, is all the criticism justified? And your next car insurance quote might just be significantly lower, as Lee sees a huge drop with an auto-renewal that had him smiling from ear-to-ear.
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Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
Adam Cox is joined by Dr Juho Jalkanen, the CEO of Faron Pharmaceuticals. They discuss a groundbreaking development for cancer treatment, a promising new drug is set to enter late-stage clinical trials here in the UK. Bexmarilimab offers hope to the millions of people suffering from various deadly forms of blood cancer and leukaemia worldwide – where current treatment options are largely failing. https://www.faron.com/
Guests: Dr Juho Jalkanen
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Original Broadcast: Motley Fool Show
Analysts at Jeffries estimate that Hurricane Milton will have done $50-to-$175 billion in damage. Matt Frankel and Ricky Mulvey discuss how insurers prepare for catastrophic losses, what extreme weather events mean for homeowners, car owners, and the commercial real estate market, and why Alex Chriss gets an A for his first year leading PayPal. Then, 14 minutes in, Robert Brokamp joins Alison Southwick to answer listener questions about saving for college, finding a financial advisor, and estate planning. Companies discussed: BRK.A, BRK.B, SPG, UVE, PYPL. Host- Ricky Mulvey; Guests - Matt Frankel, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp
Guests: Matt Frankel,Alison Southwick,Robert Brokamp
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Original Broadcast: Modern Mindset
Adam Cox is joined by Dominic Grinstead & Richard Horner from MetLife. With the number of sick days that we take on the rise and 1 in 10 hospital admissions being the result of things such as trips and falls, it’s clear that we need to consider what support we have in times of need. Dominic and Richard talk to Adam about their 'Everyday Risk Report' and its findings. https://www.metlife.co.uk/
Guests: Dominic Grinstead,Richard Horner
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