Julia Bradbury’s fascination with health began when she faced a breast cancer diagnosis five years ago. An award winning documentary and two best selling books later and Julia is nestling in behind the microphone for a brand new podcast.
“I’m sitting down with an intriguing cohort of guests who are sharing incredible knowledge, groundbreaking research in the health and medical space.” says Julia
“As someone who’s looked a cancer diagnosis in the eye, I’ve become fascinated by what is going on inside our bodies, years or even decades before the symptoms get noisy. I’ve been discovering what can we do to balance our bodies and minds to build happy lives, protect ourselves and reduce our risks. Along the way I’ve met the change-makers in this space – and sharing their stories, work and results that many people won’t have even heard of yet, is a privilege. I’m thrilled that I’ve been able to sit down with them and ask the questions I want answered myself.”
The Julia Bradbury Podcast sees the broadcaster and No.1 Sunday Times bestselling author talk with doctors, scientists, health experts, innovators and patients, exploring what’s happening around the medical world now and how treatments may change in the future because of their work.
Launching 23 September 2026 the podcast is a natural next chapter to Julia’s No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller Hack Yourself Healthy, which followed her efforts to understand the lifestyle choices, behaviours and health markers that may support long-term wellbeing.
Across the series, Julia explores what may be happening long before illness becomes obvious, while asking what individuals can realistically learn about, monitor and influence, when it comes to their own health. Rather than offering simple answers or chasing the latest wellness trend, the podcast gives experts space to explain the science, discuss uncertainty and explore what their work could mean in everyday life.
Series One opens with two episodes on launch day. In the first, Julia meets Dr Monisha Bhanote, a quintuple board-certified (five times qualified in the USA) doctor who studies health at a cellular level. In their conversation Julia and Monisha discuss the small cellular changes that take place with the condition associated with reflux, Barrett’s oesophagus, which an estimated 400-500,000 people are diagnosed with in the UK. Monisha explains how these cellular changes can lead to a cancer diagnosis, which isn’t commonly talked about. Bhanote’s own recovery following a serious head injury is an extraordinary story and a warning bell for anyone who’s suffered a head trauma because of a sports injury or an accident. The second episode features paediatric neuroendocrinologist Professor Robert Lustig, who argues that chronic disease needs to be understood through the lens of ‘metabolic health’. He explains what this is and talks Julia through why eating an orange and drinking orange juice are not the same thing! He’s an expert on the impact that refined sugar has on our bodies and believes it should have the same warning labels as alcohol. He also states it’s ‘a crime that the NHS doesn’t test for one thing, as standard practice’.
Later in the series, Julia speaks to neurologist Dr Ray Dorsey about environmental research into Parkinson’s disease which Dr Dorsey claims is a man made disease, that can be eliminated; period and hormone expert Dr Lara Briden talks Julia through about ovulation, perimenopause, endometriosis, PCOS and iron; and Dr Hariharan Kuhan a western trained oncologist explains why he felt he had no choice but to leave the NHS because of his frustrations at standard of care treatment options for in oncology. He explains how some off-label and repurposed medicines can augment treatment and improve outcomes. Mark Sean Taylor, diagnosed his own very early-stage pancreatic cancer when the doctors couldn’t find out what was wrong with him. What happened next is an extraordinary survivor’s story. Dr Datis Kharrazian, discusses the latest information of brain inflammation and brain endurance – what is not being talked about; and Randox Principal Scientist Katie Coyle, appears in a bonus episode exploring diagnostics, women achieving their potential in science and her own health journey.
The series deliberately enters areas where health conversations can become confusing, polarised or oversimplified. Julia’s role throughout is to ask the questions, challenge assumptions and give listeners access to the thinking of people working directly in these fields.
In partnership with Randox Health, The Julia Bradbury Podcast has been produced in partnership with Randox Health and filmed at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Conference 2026.
David Ferguson, Chief Operating Officer at Randox Health said: “Julia has a rare ability to make complex health conversations accessible and to ask the questions people genuinely want answered. Her curiosity about what is happening inside the body before symptoms appear closely aligns with our belief in helping people better understand and take control of their health. Through advanced blood testing and predictive health insights, we help people identify potential risks and imbalances earlier. We’re delighted to partner with Julia on a series that makes important health conversations more accessible and encourages people to take a more proactive approach to their wellbeing.”
Episodes One and Two of The Julia Bradbury Podcast launch on 23 September 2026, with new episodes released weekly. The podcast will be available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.
About Julia Bradbury: Julia Bradbury is a television presenter, journalist, No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author, and advocate for the outdoors, health, and wellbeing. One of the UK’s best-known factual broadcasters and journalists, she has presented programmes including Countryfile, Watchdog and Wainwright Walks. Following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2021 and subsequent mastectomy, Julia has increasingly explored health, recovery and preventative wellbeing through her television work, writing and public advocacy. Her books include the bestselling Walk Yourself Happy and No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Hack Yourself Healthy. She is also co-founder of The Outdoor Guide, a free online resource set up by Julia Bradbury and her sister Gina Bradbury Fox that aims to bring together information for walks all around the UK.
About Randox Health: Randox Health empowers individuals to take greater control of their health through comprehensive testing and personalised insights. Backed by more than 40 years of diagnostic expertise, we combine scientific innovation with a proactive approach to healthcare, helping people identify potential health risks and make informed decisions sooner. Our patented Biochip Technology is helping to shape a new era of healthcare. By analysing multiple biomarkers simultaneously from a single sample, it transforms complex health data into clear, actionable insights and providing a more comprehensive picture of an individual’s health. With no GP referral required, our health tests can be accessed through a growing network of over 50 health optimisation hubs across the UK and Ireland, or through a wide range of convenient home test kits, making proactive healthcare more accessible than ever.
Why Understanding Your Blood Could Change Your Life | Katie Coyle
What if your body was trying to tell you something, but nobody was listening?
Julia is joined by Katie Coyle, Principal Scientist at Randox Health, whose own blood tests revealed a …condition she’d unknowingly lived with for 25 years. Katie talks about unexplained exhaustion and the connections between coeliac disease, hormones and fertility. Plus, what our blood can tell us about our health, the warning signs we might be missing, and why understanding what’s happening inside our bodies can be so empowering.
Recorded at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Conference.
Use the code JULIA15 to receive 15% off Randox Health in-clinic tests, including RanChip Insight 360. Book with Randox Health: https://bit.ly/4sh0T91
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
Why Understanding Your Blood Could Change Your Life | Katie Coyle
What if your body was trying to tell you something, but nobody was …
What if your body was trying to tell you something, but nobody was listening?
Julia is joined by Katie Coyle, Principal Scientist at Randox Health, whose own blood tests revealed a …condition she’d unknowingly lived with for 25 years. Katie talks about unexplained exhaustion and the connections between coeliac disease, hormones and fertility. Plus, what our blood can tell us about our health, the warning signs we might be missing, and why understanding what’s happening inside our bodies can be so empowering.
Recorded at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Conference.
Use the code JULIA15 to receive 15% off Randox Health in-clinic tests, including RanChip Insight 360. Book with Randox Health: https://bit.ly/4sh0T91
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
Can Cheap, Everyday Drugs Help Fight Cancer? | Dr Hariharan Kuhan
What if some of the drugs being investigated for their potential to …
What if some of the drugs being investigated for their potential to help fight cancer have been sitting in our medicine cabinets for decades?
In this episode, Julia sits down with …Dr Hariharan Kuhan, a doctor trained in oncology at Imperial College London and the Royal Marsden, to explore a controversial and emerging area of cancer research: repurposed medicines.
They discuss…Metformin, a common diabetes drug, to statins, aspirin and even ivermectin, Dr Kuhan explains why researchers are investigating everyday medications for their potential role in cancer care, and why some of these inexpensive, off-patent drugs struggle to attract funding for large-scale clinical trials.
But could these treatments really make a difference? And what does the science actually tell us?
Following viral claims about ivermectin and cancer, Dr Kuhan also shares a stark warning about the dangers of self-medicating.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
Recorded at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Conference.
Use the code JULIA15 to receive 15% off Randox Health in-clinic tests, including RanChip Insight 360. Book with Randox Health: https://bit.ly/4hJ8IRw
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
The Pill in Our 20s, HRT in Our 50s: Are We Missing Something? | Dr Lara Briden
The pill in our 20s, HRT in our 50s… why do we think so differently …
The pill in our 20s, HRT in our 50s… why do we think so differently about our hormones at different stages of life?
Julia sits down with naturopathic doctor and author …Dr Lara Briden, who wants us to understand that our cycles are about much more than making babies. They look at the role of ovulation, the overlooked hormone progesterone, and her concerns about how readily the pill is offered for menstrual symptoms.
They also discuss heavy periods, the connection between low iron and brain fog, and why Lara believes some women diagnosed with PCOS may need a closer look at what’s really happening.
Recorded at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Conference.
Use the code JULIA15 to receive 15% off Randox Health in-clinic tests, including RanChip Insight 360. Book with Randox Health: https://bit.ly/4sh0T91
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
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What’s Driving Parkinson’s? Dr Ray Dorsey on the Chemicals Around Us
Could the chemicals around us be contributing to Parkinson’s disease? …
Could the chemicals around us be contributing to Parkinson’s disease?
Julia meets neurologist Dr Ray Dorsey to explore research linking pesticides, dry-cleaning solvents and environmental pollution to Parkinson’s. They discuss …Camp Lejeune’s contaminated water, the “Paraquat Papers”, and Dr Ray’s case for prevention, practical ways to reduce exposure and the hope behind his book, The Parkinson’s Plan.
Recorded at the Integrative and Personalised Medicine Conference.
Use the code JULIA15 to receive 15% off Randox Health in-clinic tests, including RanChip Insight 360. Book with Randox Health: https://bit.ly/4hJ8IRw
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
Brain Inflammation: The Warning Signs Most People Ignore | Dr Datis Kharrazian
What if brain fog, poor concentration or feeling mentally “slower” …
What if brain fog, poor concentration or feeling mentally “slower” isn’t simply a normal part of getting older?
In this episode, Julia is joined by Dr Datis Kharrazian to look at …the fascinating world of brain inflammation… what causes it, how it can affect memory, mood, balance and cognitive function, and the warning signs many of us may be overlooking.
They talk about everything from previous head injuries and poor sleep to blood sugar, muscle mass, environmental toxins and the air inside our own homes. Dr Datis also explains why movement is so important for protecting the brain, why protein matters as we age, and some of the everyday lifestyle changes that may help reduce inflammation and support long-term brain health.
This conversation was recorded at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in London.
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
What Happens When Your Cancer Tests Don’t Give You Answers? | Mark Sean Taylor
What do you do when you know something isn’t right, but the tests …
What do you do when you know something isn’t right, but the tests aren’t giving you answers? And how do you cope when you’re told the next step is to …wait?
In this episode, Julia sits down with Mark Sean Taylor, who shares his story of an early pancreatic cancer diagnosis and the search for answers that took him to around 10 doctors across the world.
They talk about integrative care, meditation and emotional work, alongside the toll of a demanding corporate career. They also discuss the financial cost of Mark’s journey and why he now wants to help other patients navigate the research through Patient Led Oncology.
Mark shares his personal experiences and views. This episode is not medical advice; please discuss tests, treatments and complementary approaches with your cancer care team.
This conversation was recorded at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in London.
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
How much sugar are we really consuming, and what might it be doing …
How much sugar are we really consuming, and what might it be doing inside our bodies long before illness appears?
In this episode, Julia is joined by Doctor and Professor Robert …Lustig, one of the world’s most outspoken voices on sugar and metabolic health.
Robert explains why he believes we have focused too heavily on calories and body weight while overlooking the way different foods are processed by the body. Plus, the difference between glucose and fructose, why whole fruit and fruit juice can affect us differently, insulin, blood pressure, ultra-processed food, artificial sweeteners and why sugary drinks are the first thing Robert would remove from our diets.
This conversation was recorded at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress in London.
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information and discussion only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own. Speak to an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medication, treatment or healthcare testing.
The Reflux Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore | Dr Monisha Bhanote
What if looking after ourselves began with looking after our cells? In …
What if looking after ourselves began with looking after our cells?
In the first episode of The Julia Bradbury Podcast, Julia sits down with Dr Monisha Bhanote, a physician, cytopathologist and …“cell detective”, to talk about what may be happening inside the body long before illness makes itself known.
Dr Bhanote shares how pathologists examine cells for signs of disease, why different forms of cancer require different approaches, and how persistent acid reflux can sometimes lead to changes in the lining of the oesophagus. She also tells the extraordinary story of being struck on the head by a golf ball travelling at around 150mph!
The Julia Bradbury Podcast was recorded at the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress and is in partnership with Randox Health.
The code is currently valid until 31 December 2026. Further terms and conditions are available via Randox Health.
This podcast is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before changing medication, treatment or supplements, or acting on anything discussed. Views expressed by guests are their own.
*A 2008 review estimated that inherited genetic factors account for around 5–10% of cancers, with environmental and lifestyle factors contributing to many others; however, this does not mean that all non-inherited cancers are preventable. Read the research: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2515569/
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