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Let’s Talk… 50+

Phil Hoyles

22 episodes

1 day ago

Let's Talk 50+, the podcast that brings you insightful and engaging conversations about life after 50. Hosted by radio and TV host Phil Hoyles. He chats to experts in the field, featuring a diverse lineup of guests. This show is your go-to source for all things related to aging gracefully, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and embracing new opportunities in your golden years.

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Let's Talk 50+, the podcast that brings you insightful and engaging conversations about life after 50. Hosted by radio and TV host Phil Hoyles. He chats to experts in the field, featuring a diverse lineup of guests. This show is your go-to source for all things related to aging gracefully, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and embracing new opportunities in your golden years.

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Episodes (20/22)

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk Festive Cheers!

We all have festive traditions, with one in four of us admitting we enjoy the same Christmas traditions we did as a child, with that sense of love and comfort when bringing family together.

Whether playing board games around the fire, opening presents around the tree or that special twist on a meal.

Phil is joined this week by Helen McGinn from TVs ‘Saturday Kitchen’, as she offers some tasty ideas to add sparkle to your Christmas table.

Who wouldn’t want a snow globe in a glass on Christmas Eve?! 🎄

10 months ago

15 minutes 52 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk Tech After 50.. with Toyah

Is it really a time of keep up or get left behind? Can we all embrace dive level of tech to make our lives that little bit easier?

From Smart Meters to wearable tech. Tablets to personal studios in your pocket.

Phil chats to 80s pop and fashion icon, and Strictly Come Dancing 2025 competitor #ToyahWilcox who lifts the lid on her take on the state of play in the tech world of today.

11 months ago

19 minutes 32 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk Testosterone

More than half of men over 50 are unaware of the impact of testosterone deficiency. It’s time for men to talk more openly about the condition, as 80% of those diagnosed said it has impacted their mental health.

Phil talks to Dr Ben from Numan about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

11 months ago

15 minutes 56 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk Cruising

The cruising industry is driving a rise in UK tourism. The next generation of cruise ship stops in Southampton this weekend; the #SunPrincess.

Eithne Williamson Vice President Princess Cruises UK and Europe joins Phil to discuss its newest ship.

1 year ago

15 minutes 22 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk NEW iPhone

Big night at Apple HQ last night, as Tim Cook and his team unveiled the latest tech hardware. It included a newly updated Apple Watch, a next generation of the EarPods. Plus, the eagerly awaited new iPhone 16.

With the headlines from the event, Gadget Show’s Jason Bradbury talks to Phil on what we have learned from the IOS18 launch night.

1 year ago

15 minutes 12 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Prostate Cancer

The charity ‘Prostate Cancer Research’ has launched a new national campaign, PROACTIVE FOR YOUR PROSTATE, to address inequities in prostate cancer diagnosis across the UK.

Professor Mike Kirby editor of trends in urology and men’s health joins Phil, to discuss how men can proactively take their health into their own hands, and test for the biggest killer in men over 50.

1 year ago

18 minutes 59 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Gambling

With the ‘Summer Of Sport’ in full swing, gambling charity GamCare is calling on anyone struggling with gambling harms to reach out for help, with its helpline seeing a steady rise in call volumes. Phil chats to Matt Burgiss who knows all about the impact gambling can have on your mental health – his gambling started betting on football and other sport, at a young age. Now at GamCare Matt shares his story, and advice.

1 year ago

24 minutes 13 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… French

Phil chats to GBBO star Manon Lagrève from the 2018 series. It turns out that 76% of us would like to experience a taste of French living, with our European neighbour’s good taste in food (30%), traditions of eating together as a family (25%), and al fresco dining culture (26%) being what we admire most. Ahead of the Olympics in France…. Parlons traduit!

1 year ago

14 minutes 55 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk…. Space Flight

Mike Mongo is a trained astronaut, and is sharing his knowledge and passion for space as new research shows 57% of children between 4-7 years old say they will travel to space in their lifetime, with 19% believing that humans will be able to live on another planet within ten years while 35% of kids say they would like to set up home on Mars. What’s the reality?? Phil chats to Mike, and Educational Technologist Mel Parker on the reality of what is science fiction… and what is science fact.

1 year ago

22 minutes 14 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… ‘The Big Lunch’

It’s that time of year. We don’t need a Royal celebration to have a street party. Lowri Jenkins is here to tell us why we all need to embrace The Big Lunch to check in with neighbours. Get the bunting ready… Summer Street parties are back!

1 year ago

26 minutes 46 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk Food Allergies

Sarah Atkins talks to Phil about the importance of true food labelling. About 56% of people with food allergies have had an allergic reaction because of mislabelled or unclear food packaging, with nearly a quarter (23%) suffering multiple reactions, according to data from GS1 UK, the not-for-profit organisation behind the barcode, which reveals this could be down to dangerous food labelling practices in the UK. Examples include unclear and inaccurate labelling, ambiguous phrases like ‘may contain nuts’ and a worrying lack of legislation. With roughly 20% of the UK population suffering from food intolerances and more than 2 million people having food allergies, labels need to be clearer. Three in five (60%) of allergy sufferers rely on product packaging to access the relevant allergen information but only 24% always find the information they need. Aside from packaging and labels, many search online (38%), looking for product leaflets (20%), visiting a manufacturers website (20%) and asking someone in store (17%). GS1 UK is currently piloting the next generation barcode – a fusion of the linear barcode and QR code – with brands in the UK and could soon be scanned at the point of check-out across the UK by 2027. It means for the first-time shoppers can scan a GS1 powered QR code using their smartphones which can show them that products unique identity, revealing an endless stream of data which writing on the back of packaging cannot. The pilot comes as 43% of allergy sufferers say that they would prefer to access food product information by scanning packaging with their smartphone with them 2.5 times more likely than non-allergy sufferers to have their purchasing decisions influenced by the availability of detailed product information via a QR code – 64% already use their smartphone to scan packaging that features a QR code.

1 year ago

20 minutes 18 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Fitness with Dame Kelly Holmes

Team GB Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes wants to get us moving more, and discusses with Phil the urgent need for increased awareness of the threat that physical inactivity plays to the nation’s health and wellbeing both in the short and long term. While we are moving 18 minutes more per week than in 2022 - averaging 83 minutes of moderate exercise a week - almost 3 in 4 of us are still not reaching the NHS's recommended 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week while a third have not dedicated any time to vigorous exercise in the past 12 months, according to healthcare charity Nuffield Health research which shows 53% of us cite a lack of motivation as the main barrier to us not pursuing more regular exercise with other barriers including misconceptions around what counts as exercise and the common belief that people living with injuries or long-term conditions should not be moving at all. Physical inactivity is one of the key risk factors for developing long term conditions with 37% aware exercise can lower the risk of early death by up to 30% and 39% knowing exercise can reduce your risk of illness, including heart disease and cancer, by up to half. Worryingly, a fifth of us have done no exercise at all in the last 12 months and almost 4 in 5 (79%) fail to meet the recommended 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week.

1 year ago

20 minutes 36 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk…. Legacy Giving

A legacy donation in your Will, helps charities continue to fund important work, long after you’ve gone. In this episode, Phil discusses the importance of remembering charities when updating our Wills.

1 year ago

18 minutes 37 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… ‘A.I.’

Would you trust AI to book your next holiday? Apply for a job on your behalf? Write to your friends and family? Or how about posting to your social media accounts? Well, when it comes to our hard-earned money, it seems we would be happy to trust HAL 9000 with our savings, K.I.T.T with our investments, the T-1000 with our personal finances. Paddy Osbourne from London Academy of Trading explains why we should be cautious.

1 year ago

22 minutes 2 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

‘Rip Off Britain’ and ‘Strictly’ star Angela Rippon discussing heating costs, and how we can save money.

1 year ago

27 minutes 38 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Rambling

So, we know walking is great for our physical and mental wellbeing. Do you know where you can ramble safely? Rambling is something we should all do safely and regularly. Today, we look at rambling in more detail.

2 years ago

16 minutes 38 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Working In The Movies

Ever wanted a career change? Ever wondered if you could work in the movies? It’s not as ‘pie in the sky’ as you might think. Holly Tarquini, a Director in TV documentary explains…..

2 years ago

33 minutes 41 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Digital Divide

The digital divide refers to the gap between individuals or communities who have access to and can effectively use technology, particularly the internet, and those who do not. This divide is primarily driven by socioeconomic factors, including income, education, and geographical location. The digital divide has become increasingly important in today's digital age, as technology plays a crucial role in various aspects of life. In developed countries, the digital divide is often characterized by disparities in internet access, with marginalized communities, rural areas, and low-income households being the most affected. These individuals may lack the necessary infrastructure, such as broadband connections or devices like computers or smartphones, to access the internet. As a result, they face barriers in accessing online educational resources, job opportunities and government services. The consequences of the digital divide are far-reaching. It also hinders educational opportunities, and can lead to social isolation, as those without internet access are unable to connect with others, access information, or participate in online communities. Efforts to bridge the digital divide include initiatives to expand internet infrastructure, provide affordable devices, and promote digital literacy and skills training. Governments, non-profit organizations, and private sector entities are working together to reduce this divide and ensure that everyone has equal opportunities to access and utilize technology. However, addressing the digital divide remains a complex challenge that requires collective action and long-term commitment to create a more inclusive and equitable digital society. Phil talk to Professor Green, on his goals to bridge the divide.

2 years ago

18 minutes 26 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Mushrooms

In this episode of ‘Let’s Talk… 50+’, we are delving into the weird and wonderful world of the common mushroom. The numerous health benefits will be discussed, along with some ideas to add them to our everyday dishes. Let’s talk…. MUSHROOMS!

2 years ago

14 minutes 32 seconds

Let’s Talk… 50+

Let’s Talk… Abuse Is Not Love.

Dr Beth A Livingstone joins Phil to discuss the lack of support for INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE with the LGBTQIA+ community. 32% of 1000 LGBTQIA+ respondents, have been the victim of IPV.

2 years ago

18 minutes 11 seconds