Do superfoods exist? What makes a food a superfood and how does it relate to everyday life? In this episode I take a broader look at this ever popular topic. Links: Survey about this podcast: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey A list of ‘superfoods’: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/true-superfoods Fibre benefits: https://www.scienced…

Send us a text In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM Director of Growth Michael Johnson talk with Walter Kearns, VP of Sales at FireSeeds, about what it means to multiply leaders—and why it’s essential for scaling a healthy business. Walter shares practical ways to identify multiplying leaders, build a culture that lasts, and balance growth wi…

It seems that the mental health crisis is never ending and although awareness is much better, spotting the signs can be hard as there are so many factors. In this episode I look at how we approach mental health. This information does not replace professional advice and if you feel you need support then please reach out to a qualified health care pr…

In this episode I cover a range of symptoms that I have seen recently, what they may mean, how to handle them as well as what I am noticing in primary care. Links: Silent reflux: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15024-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr Tietze’s syndrome (chest pain): https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23565-tiet…

Send us a text In this episode, host Sam Donaghey and FSM COO Matt Dyar sit down with Rishi Rawat, CEO of Frictionless Commerce, to explore the psychology of the Almost Buyer—what keeps prospects on the edge of conversion and how to move them forward. Rishi shares the three pillars of conversion success: demonstrate expertise, justify price, and ex…

Sepsis can kill. It is an important public health issue that we all need to be aware of as swift action can save lives. In this episode I look at what it is, how we can prevent it and some common examples from the consulting room. Links: Survey: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://b…

Stress is an invisible killer. The longer it goes on and remains unaddressed, the more harm it causes. In this episode I look at sources of stress and some techniques I find useful beyond standard stress management advice. Links: Audience survey - thank you so much! http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Stress management techniques: https://…

Send us a text In episode 047, Sam Donaghey sits down with Fast Slow Motion’s Director of AI, Zack Terry, to unpack Salesforce’s Winter ’26 Release—one of the most AI-packed updates yet. From Agentforce and Salesforce Flow to key platform and cloud enhancements, Zack breaks down the updates that matter most and how they can streamline automation, i…

1 in 5 people on earth experience heartburn or reflux symptoms. It’s strikingly common, more so in the western hemisphere. In this episode I look at the causes and some treatments. Reflux in babies: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-54792702 Silent reflux or LPR: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15024-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr PP…

It’s a boon that so many people ask for on the back of feeling tired or fatigued - more energy. Here are my 5 tips which will help you feel more energetic during the day. Links: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Mind body link: https://positiv…

Send us a text In episode 046, Sam Donaghey and Michael Smith sit down with Patrick Lencioni for a powerful conversation about the Six Types of Working Genius, humility, and what it really takes to build a healthy team. From discovering why certain work drains your energy to naming the kind of conversation you’re having in a meeting, Pat shares pra…

I am down with a cough and cold at the moment, and it got me thinking about immunity, seasons and people’s beliefs about illness as well as what we can do to stave off these bugs. Links: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Hippocrates and Galen:…

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) affects more people every year with a global increase in ageing populations. There is no cure for the condition but medication can alleviate symptoms. In this episode I look at the causes of the disease and what we can do to prevent it. Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -than…

Send us a text In episode 045, Sam Donaghey sits down with Fast Slow Motion leaders John Burdett, Matt Dyar, and Chad Seales for an honest conversation about failure and how the hardest lessons often shape the best leaders. From handshake deals gone wrong to costly client agreements, hiring missteps, and system crashes that brought entire businesse…

Vaccines are often the subject of heated discussion. In this episode I share some thoughts on the topics as it affects us all and needs handling sensitively. Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Edward Jenner and vaccine discovery: https://www.jenner.ac.uk/about/edward-jenner A broad overview:…

In this episode I look at this big question which I often hear in the consulting room, the reasons that lie behind it and what the point to life might be. Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Nihilism in philosophy: https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-nihilism-history-250581 Cosmic Insignif…

Send us a text In episode 044, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson talk with Scott Wozniak—author of Make Your Brand Legendary and founder of Swoz Consulting—about what separates good brands from legendary ones. Scott shares the five-part “customer experience engine” behind world-class brands like Chick-fil-A, Disney, and Buc-ee’s, and explains how to…

Continuity of care saves lives. There is evidence that outcomes are improved and it used to be a core part of medicine. In recent years for many reasons continuity has been slightly eroded. In this episode I make the case for it and give examples of why it can be of critical importance. Links: Please help me improve my content for you by taking thi…

PCOS is a growing global issue. Its prevalence has increased in recent years and the reasons behind it are complex. In this episode I look at its roots, causes and impact plus what we can do about it in terms of lifestyle and treatments. Links: Depression and PCOS: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10607337/ LH (luteinziing hormone): https:/…

Send us a text In episode 043, Sam Donaghey and Michael Smith talk with Dr. Michael Abelson of The Abelson Group about how behavioral science can help leaders build more self-aware, high-performing teams. Dr. Abelson unpacks the power of DISC and motivators assessments, sharing how to use them to improve communication, hiring, conflict resolution, …

In this episode I look at metabolic health which is one of the most important aspects of our long term health. I look at the mechanisms and measures of metabolic health and what we can do to improve ours. Continuous Glucose Monitoring: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgm Hba1c: https://www.diabetes.org.u…

In this episode I cover my own personal tips from the view point of a GP and lifestyle medicine doctor. Gut symptoms Around 86% of us in the UK have experienced gut symptoms at some point. My tips are simple, for everyone and hopefully make sense. Parasympathetic drive for digestion: https://www.livescience.com/parasympathetic-nervous-system-rest-a…

Send us a text In episode 042, Fast Slow Motion’s Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson talk with fractional revenue leader Lindsay Rios about the realities of sales forecasting and growth planning. Known for her no-nonsense approach, Lindsay shares why top-down forecasting often fails, how to build a more accurate bottoms-up model, and why understandin…

Chronic inflammation is a key process which is linked to almost all non-communicable disease. In this episode I look at how it arises and why it is so harmful. Links: Age-related end glycation products: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/advanced-glycation-end-products#what-they-are 'Leaky gut’ syndrome: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8…

What do surgery and psychiatry have in common? They are both demanding specialties, occasionally of last resort, that save lives acutely and help people back to better health. Links Antipsychotic drug discovery: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychiatry/articles/10.3389/fpsyt.2022.903156/full Pyrrole Disorder: https://www.healthline.com/healt…

Send us a text In episode 041, Fast Slow Motion’s Sam Donaghey talks with John Burdett and Michael Johnson, co-authors of The Scalable Business Framework, about how to build a business that can thrive without burning you out. John shares how the principles in the book prepared him for the biggest health crisis of his life—and how his business kept …

There are so many posts, papers and publications about the vagus nerve. In this episode I look at why it’s so popular and whether it really can be a key to future treatments with advances vagus nerve stimulation. Links: Quick overview: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/vagus-nerve-stimulation/about/pac-20384565 Polyvagal Theory: https://w…

Medicine is an inexact science. My patients who are engineers find it frustrating that there is so much conjecture and educated guess work in medicine. But this episode highlights why diagnoses can take time. It’s a mix of detective work, bias and listening to the patient story. Links: Chilblains: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chil…

Send us a text In episode 040, Sam Donaghey sits down with Zack Terry, Director of AI at Fast Slow Motion, to break down everything you need to know about the Salesforce Summer ’25 Release. Zack unpacks the latest features and updates—from retiring API versions and the final phase-out of Process Builder to big changes in Revenue Cloud, Einstein Act…

Not a week goes by in practice where I don’t see a patient who hasn’t collapsed or had a dizzy spell. There are so many reasons for this, some preventable, some not. I look at some of the syndromes that lead to these issues. Links: Fainting: https://www.healthline.com/health/fainting#causes Pseudoseizures (non-eplieptic seizures): https://my.clevel…

5-15% of GP consultations are linked to tiredness. And the number is growing. In this episode I look at common and rarer reasons for tiredness. Hydration - if you’re feeling thirsty you’re partly dehydrated: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/nutritional/dehydration/ Sleep apnoea: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/slee…

Send us a text In episode 039, Fast Slow Motion’s Eric Housh talks with Shiv Narayanan, founder of How to SaaS and author of Exit Ready Marketing, about the four most common marketing mistakes companies make and how to fix them. Shiv breaks down how to rethink strategy, focus, budget, and team structure to drive growth. He also shares the Pyramid o…

Teenage and adolescent health offers us a glimpse into the future health of the world. The Lancet Commission wrote a report in 2016 and have recently written a follow up which paints a slightly concerning picture. In this episode I look at health in this group of people, the challenges they face and what, if anything, can be done about it. Links: T…

In this episode I look at our health compared to 100 years ago. I was pleasantly surprised at some similarities having stumbled across something online but then also appreciate that we live in a different world now. Links: Donald Moore’s health habits in 1925: https://archive.org/details/health.habits.moore.1925/page/n1/mode/2up Adventist health: h…

Send us a text In episode 038, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Jonathan B. Smith—EOS implementer and master negotiator with The Black Swan Group—to talk about what really drives business growth and better communication. Jonathan shares the five frustrations that hold businesses back, how EOS helps teams break through ceilings, and wh…

In the UK, there is much discussion around assisted dying with a bill that is being voted on in government at the moment. In this episode I look at the ethics around it and what it might mean on an individual and societal level. Palliative Care: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/end-of-life-care/what-it-involves-and-when-it-starts/ Dr Florian…

Fasting is a hot but contentious topic. It has been practised for thousands of years and is now purported to be a way of tackling or preventing certain metabolic diseases. In this episode I look at the pros, cons and mechanisms of fasting. Links: Historical perspectives of fasting: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8838777/ Time restricted f…

Send us a text In episode 037, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Gabrielle Bosché—TEDx speaker, author, and co-founder of The Purpose Company—to unpack what “purpose” really means and how to align it with your work and life. Gabrielle shares a clear, practical framework for discovering your purpose, explains why it’s not about chasing …

Every week or so you will see and article about one or more of these topics. Maybe you have tried them or do them regularly. In the episode I look at the science and thinking behind them all. Links: Cold water exposure - a paper: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9518606/ Vagus nerve stimulation: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatme…

Prescribing Lifestyle Medicine is a course I run with Dr Rangan Chatterjee that has been going for 8 years now. It was the first course of its kind in the UK and in this episode I look at a recap of our recent conference, what has changed in lifestyle medicine over the years and the latest science. Links: Dr Emily Leeming: https://www.emilyleeming.…

Send us a text In episode 036, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson sit down with Vistage Master Chair and leadership coach Kurt Graves to explore what it really takes to grow as a leader—personally and professionally. Kurt shares powerful lessons on vulnerability, values, and the mindset shift required to scale well. Whether you're a CEO, founder, or …

Ayurvedic Medicine is thousands of years old. It has a systems based approach which can be personalised and its methods are based on careful observation and the interconnectedness of human beings and our relation to our environment. There has also been caution around some treatments which can cause harm which I cover in this episode. A quick summar…

It’s easy to race through life without thinking that we need to do some inner work on ourselves but more often than not it catches up with us at some point. In this episode I look at why it’s important and go through a basic inner child exercise to get you started. Links: A beginner’s guide to inner child work: https://www.healthline.com/health/men…

Send us a text In episode 035, Sam Donaghey is joined by sales advisor and former Fast Slow Motion leader Barry Thomason to explore how service firms can train delivery teams to drive internal sales—without feeling pushy or salesy. Barry shares why internal sales is essential for sustainable growth, how delivery teams can spot and act on opportunit…

Symptoms are often hard to interpret with the amount of data and tools that are out there these days. In this episode I look at innocuous symptoms that can creep up on us over a long time but could be harbinger of an underlying condition. COMT genes: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/click-here-for-happiness/202001/what-is-the-comt-gene-and-h…

There isn’t a week that I don’t hear the phrase ‘work-life balance’. In this episode I look at what it means, how it has changed over the years and what we can do to try to get it right. What is work-life balance?: https://www.forbes.com/sites/maurathomas/2022/07/26/what-does-work-life-balance-even-mean/ Severance: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1128…

Send us a text In episode 034, Sam Donaghey and Michael Johnson are joined by Derrick Mains—also known as The Process Fixer—to explore one of the most overlooked growth tools in business: process. Derrick shares how mapping, measuring, and mobilizing your team around better processes can unlock innovation, drive profitability, and help leaders buil…

In this episode I have saved up questions from the last 6 months and decided to tackle them head on. From whether you should get a DNA analysis to why some people think fibre is bad for you - it’s in this ep! DNA analyses - a view point https://www.theguardian.com/science/2017/jul/23/what-i-learned-from-home-dna-test-kits-are-they-accurate-or-worth…

Vitamin D is often regarded as the doyen of vitamins. It’s structure differs to other vitamins and in this episode I look at it’s benefits, it’s risks and potential in terms of it’s role in human health. Structure of vitamin D: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916523241039 UVA and UVB light: https://www.skincancer.org/risk-fac…

Send us a text In episode 033, Sam Donaghey sits down with Michael Smith, Director of People at Fast Slow Motion, for part three of our series on hiring superstars—this time, focusing on what happens after the hire. Michael shares how FSM approaches onboarding with intention, starting before day one and continuing through the first several months w…