Second Helpings isn’t just for people who avoid carbs and drink charcoal. But if you miss the taste of midnight pizza and want to start living your best life, welcome — you’re in the right place.
Shortlisted for the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, Second Helpings is an honest, darkly funny conversation about eating disorder recovery, mental health, and the pop culture that shapes how we see ourselves. From Normal People to Taylor Swift, #girldinner to the latest wellness trends, your hosts unpack the culture and stories we love — and the stories we tell ourselves.
One host is a clinical psychologist. The other is a writer who once skipped dessert because she thought it was a waste of calories. Together, they get real about recovery, body image, addiction, modern dating, and why “manifestation” still isn’t a substitute for therapy (sorry, TikTok).
Expect unscripted conversations, sharp humour, and two hosts who bring fresh perspectives on life in your late twenties.
New episodes of Second Helpings drop bi-weekly.
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Second Helpings isn’t just for people who avoid carbs and drink charcoal. But if you miss the taste of midnight pizza and want to start living your best life, welcome — you’re in the right place.
Shortlisted for the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, Second Helpings is an honest, darkly funny conversation about eating disorder recovery, mental health, and the pop culture that shapes how we see ourselves. From Normal People to Taylor Swift, #girldinner to the latest wellness trends, your hosts unpack the culture and stories we love — and the stories we tell ourselves.
One host is a clinical psychologist. The other is a writer who once skipped dessert because she thought it was a waste of calories. Together, they get real about recovery, body image, addiction, modern dating, and why “manifestation” still isn’t a substitute for therapy (sorry, TikTok).
Expect unscripted conversations, sharp humour, and two hosts who bring fresh perspectives on life in your late twenties.
New episodes of Second Helpings drop bi-weekly.
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We were supposed to launch Second Helpings over a year ago. But then Alice relapsed. In this episode, Alice explains why she decided to start the show anyway – and what listeners can expect from a podcast all about eating disorder recovery.
If you’re struggling with any of the issues raised in this episode, it can get better. We’ve listed some useful resources below.
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Maria Wiik @mikwiik is an actress and clinical psychologist from Norway. Alice Florence Orr @aliceflorenceorr is a writer, podcast critic and former charcoal drinker.
Make sure to follow the amazing guests featured in this episode, Jerry Zeng @jerryxzeng and Bella Neergaard @bellaneergaard.
Follow us on Instagram @secondhelpingspodThis episode is edited and mixed by Pat Kicklighter at Sundial Media.
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Second Helpings
Second Helpings isn’t just for people who avoid carbs and drink charcoal. But if you miss the taste of midnight pizza and want to start living your best life, welcome — you’re in the right place.
Shortlisted for the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, Second Helpings is an honest, darkly funny conversation about eating disorder recovery, mental health, and the pop culture that shapes how we see ourselves. From Normal People to Taylor Swift, #girldinner to the latest wellness trends, your hosts unpack the culture and stories we love — and the stories we tell ourselves.
One host is a clinical psychologist. The other is a writer who once skipped dessert because she thought it was a waste of calories. Together, they get real about recovery, body image, addiction, modern dating, and why “manifestation” still isn’t a substitute for therapy (sorry, TikTok).
Expect unscripted conversations, sharp humour, and two hosts who bring fresh perspectives on life in your late twenties.
New episodes of Second Helpings drop bi-weekly.
