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Happy Place

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

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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Back in the noughties, Miquita Oliver thought Fearne Cotton was an irritatingly gorgeous, successful presenter – everything she wasn’t. Fearne was jealous Miquita was part of the TV cool gang. In reality? Fearne worried she was an unsophisticated ner... more

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Susie Dent
Author of Death Writ Large; lexicographer and Countdown panelist
Oxford English Dictionary / Countdown
Episode: Book Club Meets: Murder mysteries and naming emotions, with Susie Dent
Miquita Oliver
Guest on the show; former Pop World presenter
Miss Me / Pop World
Episode: Miquita Oliver: "I thought I hated you Fearne, I was actually scared!" Debunking female rivalry
Tom Read Wilson
Actor and showman known for The A to Z of Me
The A to Z of Me
Episode: Tom Read Wilson: “My quirks are my superpower!” Be ok with people not liking you
Caitlin Moran
Author and columnist discussed in-depth, author of How To Be Hopeful
Author, How To Be Hopeful
Episode: Caitlin Moran: "I’m two years anxiety-free!” How I finally calmed my nervous system
Estelle Bingham
A guest discussed in the lineup
Episode: What if the universe is trying to tell you something? How to trust your intuition
Sonia Choquette
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Episode: What if the universe is trying to tell you something? How to trust your intuition
Poppy Jamie
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Episode: What if the universe is trying to tell you something? How to trust your intuition
Lucas Jones
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Episode: What if the universe is trying to tell you something? How to trust your intuition
Charlotte Church
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Episode: What if the universe is trying to tell you something? How to trust your intuition

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Fearne Cotton
Host of Happy Place, guiding conversations with warmth and openness about life, happiness, and wellbeing.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21k ratings
  • Too many adverts

    Will occasionally listen until I remember the ridiculous number of adverts. It’s off putting and annoying to have to interrupt whatever tasks I’m doing to skip them.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hhgghhgfg
    United Kingdom18 days ago
  • OMG the ads!

    Like the guests and topics. But I'm not listening to 20 mins of ads in a 1 hr episode

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    UKCman
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Wow

    I’m 64 and the episode with Fearne ( I grew up in Pinner ) and the enigmatic Monte has found an answer to my unhappy place. I like parties / I hate parties, in equal measures, all my life. The seasonal changes are a delight and a threat to me, like the parties.

    I didn’t know others felt the same.

    Love the compassion the respect in this podcast series.

    Thank you thank you thank you x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    buffy flow and spike
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Chris McCausland

    Hi Fearne,

    Your interview with Chris was fantastic. I really enjoyed hearing Chris talk about how holidays have changed since losing his sight and how he continues to champion independence while also recognising when he needs to rely on others.

    Chris, I loved hearing you talk about your maths geek side, your trips with Patricia, Sophie’s love of rollercoasters and how many times you initially turned Strictly down! I’m definitely like you when it comes to trying food but keeping it simple. Suc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rachel_emily85
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 8 minutes of adverts

    Had to turn it off..couldn’t cope with 8 minutes of ads at the start.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenskilou
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Listeners love the warmth and honesty, especially when guests share vulnerability and practical wellbeing tips.
Guests' stories about mental health and family life resonate as relatable and inspiring.
Many praise the show's breadth of guests and topics, while some feel ads interrupt the flow too often.

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Book Club Meets: Murder mysteries and naming emotions, with Susie Dent
Q: How does naming emotions factor into the future direction of Martha's storyline in your next book?
Naming emotions is presented as a tool to empower characters and readers alike; it could lead Martha to explore neuroscience and emotional granularity, helping her to articulate and manage complex feelings within the narrative. This approach would blend scientific ideas with character development, allowing for a more nuanced exploration of internal states.
Book Club Meets: Murder mysteries and naming emotions, with Susie Dent
Q: What does your day look like in the Oxford Dictionary environment, and how does that influence your writing?
The day is a quiet, data-driven routine where staff study vast collections of language from various sources, which informs a careful, evidence-based approach to word usage. This environment feeds the novel's emphasis on clues, evidence, and the historical texture of language, while also highlighting the calm, methodical nature of lexicography that contrasts with the drama of crime writing.
Monty Don: Get out of your bubble! Immerse yourself in a new culture on holiday
Q: What role has mental health discussion played in your career?
He describes a journey from withholding emotions to openly discussing depression, driven by the response of readers and listeners who have been afraid to acknowledge their own struggles.
Monty Don: Get out of your bubble! Immerse yourself in a new culture on holiday
Q: How do you balance work travel with holidays and rest?
Monty explains that holidays should be unplugged from work rhythms, using a farm property in Wales as a retreat where he can detach from filming and focus on personal routines like gardening and quiet time.
Book Club Meets: Holiday romance and friendship in your 40s, with Chloe Ashby
Q: What came first, the characters or the location?
Characters came first, with the setting in the south of France then shaping how those characters interact and evolve within the holiday dynamics.

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

Happy Place hosts intimate conversations with a wide range of guests who discuss life, happiness, mental health, parenting, creativity, and resilience. Episodes frequently center on personal growth, vulnerability, and practical strategies for wellbeing, often blending heartfelt storytelling with expert insights. Notable patterns include exploration of anxiety, ADHD, relationships, and balancing demanding careers with family life, all through a warm, candid, and supportive lens. A standout is Fearne Cotton's emphasis on turning difficult experiences into opportunities for connection, play, and self-compassion, making the show feel like a comforting guide for listeners seeking practical happiness in everyday life.

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Recent guests on Happy Place include:

1. Susie Dent
2. Miquita Oliver
3. Tom Read Wilson
4. Caitlin Moran
5. Estelle Bingham
6. Sonia Choquette
7. Poppy Jamie
8. Lucas Jones

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