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Ruari Fairbairns on The Begin Again Podcast with Davina McCall

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Bringing energy, empathy, and raw honesty to every conversation, beloved TV presenter and wellness advocate Davina McCall hosts Begin Again, a podcast dedicated to redefining midlife as a powerful era of transformation and growth. Through inspiring conversations with her guests, Davina delves into personal stories of rediscovery, resilience, and breaking free from outdated narratives about what midlife can and should be. The show empowers listeners to see midlife as a time to embrace new opportunities, rewrite their stories, and find fulfilment.

In this powerful episode Founder Ruari Fairbairns sits down with Davina McCall on the Begin Again podcast, to explore the truth about our relationship with alcohol. Representing the heart of OYNB’s mission, Ruari challenges the deeply ingrained myths and cultural norms that surround drinking, beliefs that often go unquestioned yet quietly shape our everyday lives. With honesty, clarity, and a touch of humour, he shares the transformational insights that have helped over 100,000 people worldwide break free from alcohol’s hold. Listeners are invited to rethink what’s “normal,” discover the freedom that comes from taking a break, and imagine what life could look like with more clarity, energy, and control.

Ruari Fairbairns on alcohols impact on menopause symptoms

Davina McCall and Ruari Fairbairns dive into the often-overlooked link between alcohol and menopause. Drawing from real-life stories and research, they highlight how alcohol can act as kryptonite during this already challenging phase of life. Ruari shares that menopausal women who regularly consume alcohol are up to five times more likely to experience severe symptoms, and that even drinking within the government-recommended limits can significantly worsen both physical and emotional wellbeing. Davina echoes this insight with first-hand experiences from women in her community, noting that alcohol seems to hit harder during menopause, worsening not only symptoms but also hangovers and recovery time. This candid discussion shines a light on the urgent need for more awareness and support, empowering women to rethink their relationship with alcohol and explore healthier, more energising alternatives.

If this conversation resonates with you, watch the full episode of Begin Again below.

https://youtu.be/yG8t2l04obw?si=PVGgXeYyOKZg1j5H