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Health or Hype

Joe Wicks

Booking Overview

A health and wellness interview-led documentary series that tests popular health claims with neuroscientists, nutritionists, movement coaches, psychotherapists, conservationists and recognized public figures. Credible candidates include evidence-based health researchers, qualified clinicians, movement and nutrition specialists, environmental health experts, and high-profile athletes or performers with relevant expertise; booking is likely high difficulty because of the premium Bupa production and established host.

Metrics

Episodes: 6

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

Instagram: 26.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

matt.deegan+bupa@podcastdiscovery.com

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Host

Joe Wicks - British fitness coach, author, television presenter and creator of The Body Coach brand, known for accessible exercise and nutrition guidance.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established neuroscientists, nutritionists, psychotherapists, movement coaches, conservationists and other qualified health or wellbeing specialists, alongside public figures whose professional experience directly relates to the episode topic.
Required Achievements:  
Recognized scientific or professional expertise, Relevant clinical, coaching or research credentials, High-profile athletic, performance or broadcasting careers, Public advocacy or specialist authority in health, nature or wellbeing

Recent Guest Discussions

Nadeem Perera - Nature, Birdsong, Stress Reduction And Mental Wellbeing.

Katherine Templar Lewis - How Nature, Birdsong And Boredom Affect The Brain, Stress And Anxiety.

Merlin Hanbury-Tenison - The Health Benefits Of Spending Time In Nature And Connecting With Natural Environments.

Katya Jones - Dance, Movement, And Overcoming Reluctance To Try New Forms Of Physical Activity.

Darryl Edwards - Movement Snacks, Play, Exercise, And Practical Alternatives To Conventional Gym-based Activity.

Recent Topics

Health, Wellness, Exercise, Nutrition, Mental Health

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Health or Hype
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ANXIETY | Can you befriend anxiety? Joe Wicks faces his worst fear, with Owen O’Kane

October 05, 2026

Why is anxiety on the rise and is there a better way to manage it… or even befriend it? To find out, Joe Wicks puts himself to the test – by experiencing one of his greatest fears. Joined by renowned psychotherapist Owen O’Kane, Joe explores why anxiety isn’t necessarily the enemy, what makes our internal threat indicators kick in and why our ‘soothing’ mechanisms are so often broken. He explores different ways to feel calm and confident, meets international rugby legend Ruby Tui and breathwo...

SLEEP | What happens when Joe Wicks drastically reduces his sleep? Featuring The Sleep Scientist, Dr Sophie Bostock

September 28, 2026

How concerned should we be if we don’t get enough sleep – and how can we make our rest as restorative as possible? Joined by leading sleep scientist Dr Sophie Bostock, Joe Wicks radically cuts his sleep time, to see what limited rest does to his body and mind. Together, they explore how getting more good-quality, consistent sleep can help with everything from making better food decisions to cutting down on screentime and having the energy to exercise. Joe also explores some of the most effect...

FOOD | What happens when Joe Wicks goes on a fibre fast? Featuring Dr Megan Rossi

September 28, 2026

We all know that our diet has a huge impact on our bodies – but what else might it be doing to us?To find out what our gut microbiome does to our moods and energy levels – and how important the gut-brain connection really is – Joe goes on a three-day low-fibre diet, tracking his mood, energy levels, blood sugar and even his stools. Joined by leading dietitian and nutritionist Dr Megan Rossi, Joe explores the hidden world of our gut, how the trillions of tiny bacteria living there affect our h...

Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Health or Hype
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How do I get in touch with Health or Hype?

Health or Hype is hosted by Joe Wicks. Its publicly listed email is matt.deegan+bupa@podcastdiscovery.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Health or Hype?

The publicly listed email for Health or Hype: matt.deegan+bupa@podcastdiscovery.com.

How many listeners does Health or Hype have?

Podseeker estimates Health or Hype reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Health or Hype?

Health or Hype typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established neuroscientists, nutritionists, psychotherapists, movement coaches, conservationists and other qualified health or wellbeing specialists, alongside public figures whose professional experience directly relates to the episode topic. Common among recent guests: Recognized scientific or professional expertise; Relevant clinical, coaching or research credentials; High-profile athletic, performance or broadcasting careers. Recent guests include Nadeem Perera, Katherine Templar Lewis, and Merlin Hanbury-Tenison.

How hard is it to get booked on Health or Hype?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Health or Hype cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Wellness, Exercise, Nutrition, and Mental Health. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

matt.deegan+bupa@podcastdiscovery.com

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