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JACK IS BACKKKK!

Joining me for a round two is the brilliant, BRIT Award Winning, Singer, songwriter Jack Garratt!

Jack opens up about the inspiration behind his haunting new single ‘Catherine Wheel’ and his forthcoming album ‘Pillars’, reflecting on the importance of authenticity in his creative process and how rituals and self-care help him stay grounded in an often chaotic industry.

We also get a bit deep about the realities of body dysmorphia, navigating self-sabotage, and how music has served as both a mirror and a medicine. Jack introduces the concept of love as a structure of three core pillars — self-love, platonic love, and romantic love — and the conversation explores the need for balance and presence in all three.

Despite the heavy topics, Jack brings humour and relatability, reminding us that it’s okay to laugh while healing and that being yourself is the most radical thing you can be.

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Welcome to The Waffle Shop!

Today I'm by Natasha Wicks — a professional cuddler and mental health therapist — to explore the transformative power of touch and the often misunderstood world of cuddle therapy.

Natasha shares her unique journey into this unconventional form of healing, explaining how cuddle therapy supports emotional well-being by helping clients feel safe, seen, and supported. The conversation dives into the impact of the pandemic on human connection, the therapeutic role of music and cold water therapy, and the growing need for non-sexual physical touch in today’s fast-paced, disconnected world.

Taylor and Natasha also unpack techniques like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and how it’s used to help process trauma. Together, they debunk common myths about cuddle therapy and highlight how intentional, platonic touch can play a crucial role in mental health, self-worth, and emotional regulation.

If you want to find out more about Cuddle Therapy please check out Natasha's work - https://natashawicksmindmatters.co.uk/

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Joining Taylor for a waffle is the exceptionally talented Sydnie Christmas!

Sydnie Christmas is the powerhouse vocalist who stole the nation’s heart as the winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2024. Known for her emotional performances and unforgettable voice, Sydnie opens up about her journey through the music industry, her rise to fame, and the mental and emotional strength it takes to stay grounded under the spotlight.

Sydnie and Taylor explore the importance of resilience, humour, and self-belief in the face of public judgment, online negativity, and the overwhelming nature of sudden success. Sydnie shares how she uses music as both an emotional outlet and a tool for healing — especially when working on her latest single, We'll Meet Again a touching tribute to the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

The conversation is an honest, uplifting reminder of the emotional power of music, the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people, and why staying in your own lane is key to surviving and thriving in a comparison-driven world.

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