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Conversations with Annalisa Barbieri

Annalisa Barbieri
Mental Health
Family Dynamics
Palliative Care
End-Of-Life Decisions
Hospices
Shame
Care Homes
Death and Dying
Social Media
Birth Trauma
Body Image
Parenting
Personal Experiences
Healthcare Accessibility
Grief
Envy
PTSD
Baby Loss
Self-Sabotage
Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Have you ever wanted X-ray specs into human behaviour? Then this is the podcast for you. Listen to ‘brilliant, insightful and wise’ agony aunt and journalist Annalisa Barbieri, as she releases exclusive conversations between her and the trusted specialists she’s consulted over the years, who put a life time’s learning into each conversation. Every week you can learn more about yourself and the peo... more

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One of the things I've noticed in recent years is the rise of anxiety in the young. What do I mean by young? Around secondary school age 11-18/19. It's not, as I say in this episode, that younger children don't get anxious, or that older adults don't... more

This episode is quite heavy on the neuroscience, which is one of my favourite subjects and it was recorded in person, in Oxford. I'm in conversation is with Professor Morten Kringelbach, Professor of Neuroscience at Oxford University, director of the... more

As the years have gone by I've noticed a real shift in the sort of problems I get and friendship is a subject which is rearing its head again and again now. From young people to old the question is: how do I make friends? Making friends at school may... more

The sibling podcast in series one remains the most listened to of all the Conversations with Annalisa Barbieri podcasts. So it seemed only right to re-visit this with a Sibling 2.0 episode. 

In this episode I’m in conversation with award winning rad... more

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Recent Guests

Alison Roy
Consultant child psychotherapist registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists and the BACP.
Episode: Anxiety in the Young with psychotherapist Alison Roy
Morten Kringelbach
Professor of Neuroscience at Oxford University and Director of the Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing.
Oxford University
Episode: Finding Joy with Professor Morten Kringelbach
Chris Mills
Psychotherapist and longtime contributor to the Ask Annalisa column.
Episode: How to Make Friends with Chris Mills
Catherine Carr
Award-winning radio presenter, producer, and author writing a book about siblings to be published in spring of 2026.
Episode: Siblings with Catherine Carr
Professor Lucy Easthope
The UK's leading authority on disaster recovery.
University of Bath
Episode: Facing Adversity with Professor Lucy Easthope
Julia Bueno
UKCP-registered psychotherapist and author with interest in reproductive lives.
juliabueno.co.uk
Episode: Should I have a(nother) baby? with psychotherapist Julia Bueno
Lisa Bruton
Integrative psychotherapist and guest tutor at the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: The Parentified Child with psychotherapist Lisa Bruton
Dr. Stephen Blumenthal
Clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst
Registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council
Episode: Hope and Loss with psychologist and psychoanalyst Dr Stephen Blumenthal
Professor Alessandra Lemma
Chartered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist and Psychoanalyst
Anna Freud Centre, University College London
Episode: Body Image, with Professor Alessandra Lemma, chartered clinical and counselling psychologist and psychoanalyst.

Host

Annalisa Barbieri
Annalisa Barbieri is an experienced agony aunt and journalist who engages with expert guests to explore complex topics surrounding human behavior, relationships, and mental health. Her empathetic and insightful approach makes her interviews both informative and relatable.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 571 ratings
  • Excellent

    I was led here by Annalisa’s column in The Guardian. Her responses are always insightful, sensitive and objective. The episode on the dynamics within sibling relationships was illuminating and I look forward to listening more. Top rated hug quality content, thank you Annalisa!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PenePops
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fascinating

    Well-researched, informative and fascinating podcast. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BananaBee7
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Talented Interviewer

    Annalisa you are a phenomenally brilliant interviewer. Exceptional talent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podworks
    Irelanda year ago
  • A great resource

    I’m thoroughly enjoying these episodes with interesting professionals and Annalisa’s pertinent questions. Recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    imnotquitesureyet
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Susannah Abse episode

    Very much enjoyed,so thoughtful and thought provoking. Thank you

    Marc Vermayer episode in the new season…subtle and insightful.worth a second listen at least.

    Thank you both

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sellylou
    France2 years ago

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Many find the discussions both informative and provocative, often relating personally to the topics covered.
The podcast is viewed as an invaluable resource for parents and those interested in mental health and relationships.
Reviewers frequently commend the host's ability to ask thoughtful questions and provide relatable recommendations for complex life situations.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and compassionate nature of the host's conversations with experts.

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Anxiety in the Young with psychotherapist Alison Roy
Q: Why is it important for young people to talk about anxiety?
Talking about anxiety allows young people to understand themselves better and how to manage their feelings, helping to normalize their experiences.
Anxiety in the Young with psychotherapist Alison Roy
Q: What is anxiety?
Anxiety is ultimately fear, but it's more complex than simple primitive fears; it involves underlying fears not fueled by adrenaline, relating to personality and experiences.
Siblings with Catherine Carr
Q: How important is birth order in your experience?
Birth order is significant as it shows how different positions in the family shape children's identity and experiences within the family.
Siblings with Catherine Carr
Q: What was it about Relatively and the sibling relationship that made you want to put it into print?
It was the idea that sibling relationships are the longest relationships of your life and the rising interest in the effects that siblings have on each other's identity and mental health.
Womb Life. Life before we are born with psychotherapist Graham Music
Q: Is there anything we can say about complex feelings towards a baby for someone listening?
It's normal to have mixed feelings about being pregnant, and it's crucial for pregnant women to feel supported and able to express these feelings.

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A unique exploration of human behavior and relationships unfolds through engaging conversations with expert guests. Each episode offers insightful discussions on various psychological topics, parenting challenges, and societal influences that shape individual experiences and interactions. Noteworthy themes include prenatal development, parentification, coping with loss, and the psychological implications of retirement and body image, all anchored by the empathetic questioning style of the host, an experienced agony aunt and journalist. This approach not only seeks to provide understanding and clarity but also fosters a sense of community and shared learning among listeners looking for guidance and support in navigating life's complexities.

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1. Alison Roy
2. Morten Kringelbach
3. Chris Mills
4. Catherine Carr
5. Professor Lucy Easthope
6. Julia Bueno
7. Lisa Bruton
8. Dr. Stephen Blumenthal

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