This Upbeat Life

This Upbeat Life

by Simon JJ Green
ComedyHealth & Fitness
Season 1
Are You Grounded? / Plants Are Sentient! / Human Composting!
Grounding or Earthing - when you plug yourself into Mother Earth, is claimed to reduce inflammation and stress and to help you get a better night's sleep. I tried it with some predictable results. A study by an Italian neuro-biologist claims that plants are aware and know what's going on. But what does this mean for vegans? What sort of legacy do you want to leave behind when you die? How about human composting and returning to nature and being a tree? If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! please record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me or leave a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E25
Sep 7, 2026
18:20
Are Fish Oils Worth It? / Reverse Bucket List Key To Happiness / Home Remedies!!??
Fish Oils! – millions of us take them daily to ward off dementia and sharpen our brain…but, a recent study suggests we maybe on a hiding to nothing. And the secret to happiness is apparently a bucket list, but not just any old bucket list, oh no. A reverse bucket list! And finally, home remedies for what ails ya. Do they really work? Do you really need to tie a dead mole around your neck if you have a cough? Only one way to find out! This is the link for the Fish Oil segment if you want to know more: The new study was a 24-month, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial published in eBioMedicine in June 2026. It randomised 365 adults aged 55–80 to 2 g/day DHA or placebo; 47% carried APOE4. DHA levels in cerebrospinal fluid increased, demonstrating that the supplement reached the central nervous system, but there was no significant difference in cognition or brain volumes after two years. A major limitation is that 38% of participants dropped out, largely because of COVID-19, so the findings shouldn't be interpreted as proof that omega-3 has no health benefits whatsoever. (PubMed) If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! please record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me or leave a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E24
Aug 24, 2026
22:12
Too Much Coffee?! / Cruising For Life? / Raw Milk - Good or Bad?
How much coffee is too much coffee? Is there such a thing - and how can we make sure that it's not affecting our health? Have you thought about your retirement? Some people have opted to sell up and cruise for the rest of their days. Is this the key to happiness? The topic of drinking milk raw rather than pasteurised is hotly debated in the US - but is it really just about the health benefits - or is there more to it? If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! please record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me or leave a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E23
Aug 10, 2026
20:10
Supplement Misuse! / Social Robots / Dog Birthdays!
Many people take supplements but a new study has found that perhaps we aren’t taking them correctly. On a different tack I take a look at some modern robots, both toys and life sized that both do the same thing – offer friendship and support for children or older people in care homes and finally, the goodest of boys and girls. It’s all the rage...birthday parties for dogs! If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! please record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me or leave a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E22
Jul 27, 2026
26:40
Microplastics in teabags & gum / The Joy of Missing Out / Frogs in Milk!?
On today’s show – On Quick News I find out about microplastics in our teabags (the horror!) and even in chewing gum. On the Real Deal I find out why saying 'no' to things can lead to joy and finally on Far Out Stuff - worried about your milk going off in the recent heat waves? Well, in the old days they used frogs! If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! please record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me or leave a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E21
Jul 13, 2026
15:36
Lower 13 Cancer Risks By Walking / Forest Schools are Awesome! / Free Volcano Gold!
On today’s show – I look at some recent research that says walking can reduce the risk of getting 13 different cancers! I find out how Forest Schools are fantastic opportunities for child development and finally - You've always wanted to be rich? It would make you happy? Well, there's a volcano in Antarctica that spews out gold. All you have to do is get it - but there is a catch! Of course there is. If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! Record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E20
Jun 29, 2026
20:01
How Sunshine Makes You Happy / Fire Therapy for Healing / Aussie Billionaire Conservationist
On today’s show – Sunshine! Yes, it does make us happy, but is there more to it than that? I also take a look at Fire Therapy and how gazing into the hypnotic flames of a fire is helping those dealing with depression, grief and trauma and finally a feel-good story. An Australian billionaire has spent A$10 million on creating a giant conservation area, I find out why and how it’s benefitting local endangered wild life. If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends and if you have a story you would like to share or a health and wellness hack that works for you – or doesn’t! Record a message on my Speakpipe link here or email me a voicelink to thisupbeatlife@gmail.com. I will be reading out the best ones on the upcoming shows. Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/thisupbeatlife
S1 · E19
Jun 15, 2026
17:00
Latest Health Trends! / Circadian Rhythm for happiness / Ball-maxxing!
In this episode I catch up with a few of the latest health trends circulating the internet. Some you may want to embrace, others you may want to avoid! I also investigate your Circadian Rhythm and the importance it plays in a person's happiness and wellbeing and finally I dip a toe into the world of Ball Maxxing, a subculture of Look-maxxing where any part of the human body can be enhanced, and in this case, we're talking melons! If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends! Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay
S1 · E18
Jun 1, 2026
21:36
Doughnut Day! / Museums for Loneliness / Cheese NIghtmares!
On this episode Quick News looks at International Donut day, a glorious day to celebrate the humble doughnut and the joy it brings millions of people around the world. On the Real Deal I explore the subject of loneliness, a hidden epidemic of global proportions and how museums around the world are tackling this issue and becoming a key player in helping to support people who feel isolated. And finally on Far Out Stuff is cheese really the stuff of nightmares – or is that just an old wife’s tale? - Feta late than never to find out! If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends! Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay
S1 · E17
May 18, 2026
17:53
Nose Picking & Dementia? - Saunas or Hot Tubs? - Dancing for Depression
In this episode on Quick News I find out the possible link between picking your nose and acquiring Alzheimer's disease. On the Real Deal I find out if Steam saunas, dry saunas, infrared saunas or hot tubs are better for you. Assuming you have deep pockets. And on Far Out Stuff, I discover the benefits of dancing to alleviate depression. If you enjoyed today's episode, or in fact, any of the others it would be great if you could like them or subscribe so you don't miss anymore. Thank you for listening and if you feel like buying me a coffee so I can carry on what I’m doing, I’d really appreciate it and you can do that here. If you don’t, that’s also cool, I know times are tight. If you like the show please share with your friends! Intro: Wallpaper Paste by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com Outro: Funky House by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay
S1 · E16
May 4, 2026
14:58
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