What is really happening with staff wellbeing in the NHS? In this powerful podcast, we hear directly from five senior NHS professionals with responsibility for wellbeing in their Trusts. They offer an honest, eye-opening look at the pressures faced by healthcare staff today.

From burnout and compassion fatigue to corridor care and a culture that often normalises stress and even abuse—this conversation lays bare the emotional toll of working in an overstretched system. But it’s not all bleak. Our guests also share inspiring stories of resilience, meaningful wellbeing initiatives, and the changes—both big and small—that are starting to make a difference.

Whether you work in healthcare or simply care about those who do, this episode is a must-listen.

Participants:

- Laurence Gamlen - Staff wellbeing lead at Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals Foundation Trust

- Diana Steadman - Staff pastoral and wellbeing practitioner at Kingston Hospital

- Richard Bentley - Co-lead chaplin at Royal Berkshire Hospital

- Emily Roberts - A&E nurse and wellbeing lead at St Peter's Hospital

- Dr Eleni Tsiompanou - Palliative care consultant at Woking & Sam Beare Hospice

- Julia Outlaw - Facilitator, Harmony in Health

What and how is it helpful to eat in the winter time for our overall well being?  How does this depend on our 'type' and on what conditions or illnesses may be around?    In this podcast, recorded as a live event with an audience, Dr Eleni Tsiompanou shares her knowledge of Ayurveda and the teachings of Hippocrates as well as delicious recipes and practical advice for helping our systems thrive throughout the winter.

Foods have the ability to harm or heal us.  In this episode Julia Outlaw and Dr Eleni Tsiompanou talk to Natasha MacAller, ex professional ballet dancer and now renowned author and chef.   They discuss the health benefits of particular herbs and spices, share the process of developing recipes and connect about the joy of eating!  Includes recipe suggestions for improving mood and attention.