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Happy Place

Fearne Cotton
Mental Health
Parenting
Grief
Self-Acceptance
Social Media
Anxiety
Personal Growth
Aging
Nutrition
Relationships
Happiness
Motherhood
Shame
Vulnerability
Therapy
Friendship
Resilience
Self-Care
Self-Love
ADHD

Fearne Cotton talks to incredible people about life, love, loss, and everything in-between as she reveals what happiness means to them.

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Latest Episodes

You know how your mood dips when you’re hangry? Well, being thangry is a thing too! Thirst – being dehydrated – can have a very real impact on everything from your stress levels to cognitive function and physical performance.

We’re heading back to t... more

This month in the Happy Place Book Club, we’ve been reading Queenie Is Working On It, by Candice Carty-Williams. This is the much anticipated follow up to 2019’s Queenie.... and this time, Queenie Jenkins is questioning whether she wants kids, being ... more

Are you aware of what can trigger big emotions in you? How to do you act on those difficult emotions? Comedian Paul Whitehouse and his wife Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE – who has a PhD in neuroscience – talk about learning to emotionally regulate.

In this ... more

Sam Thompson has made a career out of making people laugh, but behind the pranks and infectious energy, there’s a lot of panic and overthinking.

In this chat with Fearne, Sam shares how anxiety and undiagnosed ADHD shaped everything from his relatio... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Thompson
Television personality, producer, UNICEF fundraiser and ADHD advocate
Various (including UNICEF)
Episode: Sam Thompson: "My mind doesn’t switch off!" People pleasing and ADHD hyperfocus
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Singer and guest discussing family travel
Musician, Wife and Mother
Episode: Sophie Ellis-Bextor: “I want my kids to be intrepid!” How to make your holiday magical
Joe Locke
Actor known for Heartstopper; LGBTQ+ advocate
Heartstopper (Netflix)
Episode: "Little Joe would’ve watched Heartstopper in secret!" Joe Locke: queer representation matters
Jodie Cariss
Psychotherapist, founder of Self Space
Self Space
Episode: Overwhelmed and exhausted? Decompress with this breathwork session from Self Space
Todd Rose
Scientist, Professor, and CEO of Populous
Populous
Episode: Are you ditching your values to fit in? Todd Rose on avoiding peer pressure
Adam Kay
Author and former NHS doctor known for This Is Going To Hurt
Author, Former NHS Doctor
Episode: Adam Kay: "I was told to man up!" Coping with PTSD and mental health stigma
Imani Thompson
Author
Honey (novel)
Episode: Book Club Meets: I wrote a loveable psychopath! Race and female rage, with Imani Thompson
Grace Campbell
Comedian, writer, and public figure
Grace Campbell (individual)
Episode: "Life's too short for bad sex!" Grace Campbell is speaking up about pleasure and shame
Ashley Roberts
Singer, former Pussycat Dolls member, author of Breathwork
Heart radio, Pussycat Dolls (former)
Episode: Ashley Roberts: If you don’t scream your body will! Anxiety, insomnia, and Pussycat Dolls' comeback

Host

Fearne Cotton
Host of the show, widely recognized interviewer known for warm, candid conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 20.9k ratings
  • Too many ads

    Used to really enjoy this but have stopped listening as can’t get past the amount of ads which feel a little unnecessary.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WollyH
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • What a shame she feels the need to swear

    I’ve been aware of FEARNE since the Disney club program on TV. Lost interest when Fearne used foul language - it adds nothing to the program. I will not be listening again and neither will I recommend this podcast to anyone else.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Why do you need to swear?
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Ridiculous amount of ads

    Crazy volume of ads ruins it before even started

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amazing new podcast!
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Half is adverts

    V annoying. Fearne should just talk about herself without a guest because she does that already rather than talk to the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ros Red
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Too many ads

    I do enjoy the conversation but the amount of ads is getting ridiculous. I don't know any other podcast with so many ads. Maybe a bit less greedy?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bethhh93
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Guests and topics are often described as insightful and relatable, with emotional moments resonating with audiences.
Feedback suggests sponsorships and ad pacing could be better integrated to maintain listening experience.
What listeners praise: strong mix of guests and topics, authentic host tone.
Ads are a frequent point of contention, with many noting excessive sponsorships disrupting the flow.

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Talking Points

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Sam Thompson: "My mind doesn’t switch off!" People pleasing and ADHD hyperfocus
Q: What would you tell little Sam about growing up with ADHD?
He would tell him to be proud of who he is and recognize the weight of past struggles as part of his unique journey.
Sam Thompson: "My mind doesn’t switch off!" People pleasing and ADHD hyperfocus
Q: How has ADHD shaped your approach to work and creativity?
He explains that hyperfocus on projects like advertising and creative campaigns is a core strength and a source of deep fulfillment, when supported by the right people.
Sam Thompson: "My mind doesn’t switch off!" People pleasing and ADHD hyperfocus
Q: What age were you when you were diagnosed with ADHD?
Sam shares that he was around 29 or 30 when diagnosed, and describes how the diagnosis reframed his understanding of his childhood and adolescence.
Are you ditching your values to fit in? Todd Rose on avoiding peer pressure
Q: Is authenticity always hard, and how can someone start to live more authentically?
Authenticity is not always hard if it becomes a habit; starting with small, manageable acts of honesty and openly discussing beliefs in safe contexts helps reduce fear of rejection and builds genuine belonging rather than superficial fitting in.
Are you ditching your values to fit in? Todd Rose on avoiding peer pressure
Q: What is a Collective Illusion and how does it form?
Todd Rose explains that a Collective Illusion is when people publicly align with a view they privately disagree with because they incorrectly believe everyone else agrees with it; the illusion is reinforced by biases in social learning, loud voices on social media, and misread signals about what the group believes.

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What is Happy Place about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful, candid conversations with a wide range of guests who share personal stories, practical coping strategies, and insights on happiness, mental health, creativity, and life's big transitions. Episodes frequently center on resilience, self-worth, and navigating fear, with a warm, conversational host who invites honesty and vulnerability. A standout trait is the breadth of guests—from actors and entrepreneurs to psychologists and authors—paired with actionable takeaways for wellbeing and personal growth. The show often blends therapy-informed perspectives with real-life experiences, making complex topics accessible and relatable for a broad audience.

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2. How To Fail With Elizabeth Day
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Happy Place launched 8 years ago and published 466 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Happy Place include:

1. Sam Thompson
2. Sophie Ellis-Bextor
3. Joe Locke
4. Jodie Cariss
5. Todd Rose
6. Adam Kay
7. Imani Thompson
8. Grace Campbell

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