Backseat Positivity
"Able to make serious topics lighthearted and fun - I even laughed at some points!"
Get your bi-weekly dose of positivity in this fun podcast with Dr Dawn Barlow, who helps you navigate all of the weird/best/worst parts of life!
Dawn takes you on the self-improvement journey you didn't realise you needed... Bought to you by a doctor who hasn't had life as sweet as many of her comrades. She knows firsthand just how rubbish life can be, yet has managed to turn her life around for the better!
From relationships to mental health to happiness, make sure you buckle up twice a week (Mondays and Thursdays) the join her and her guests for candid self-improvement. Don't forget of the course, the "weird thoughts" segment, where Dawn and her guests share weird thoughts from their lives.
Dawn says:
Sometimes life reminds me of being in a washing machine. It's a bit spinny and turbulent for a while, but then it stops and gives you a little break before spinning you into oblivion once more. It feels like the washing machine wants to wash something bad out of all of us... positivity.
Some might EVEN say that positivity is shouting from the backseat and no-one wants to listen to it... [backseat positivity] More than once a week, but less than 4 times a week, you can shove me in your auditory canals and listen to me chat about L.I.F.E., self-improvement, mental health and anything else that my little monkey-mind paws can grasp onto.
Sometimes other humans actually dare to join me.
It's candid, it's fun. Woo!
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 153
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
My experience as a professional party animal.
Are you ready to vicariously experience the wild party scenes of Europe's most notorious locations? Picture this: a medical student turned professional party animal sharing untamed stor…
How to stop avoiding ALL your problems :)
Ever find yourself putting off essential tasks only to face dire consequences later? Well, you're not alone. This episode unravels the complexities of avoidance and procrastination, sta…
Exploring the Complexities of Dating, Consent, and Personal Boundaries
Ever wondered about the complexities of dating and consent? This episode is an unfiltered exploration into these quandaries. With candid personal anecdotes, I recount my encounters with…
Comical Perspectives on Womanly Woes
Remember those hilarious makeup mishaps you had when you first discovered the world of cosmetics? Or that time you were mortified when your crush discovered you were on your period? My …
Pooping in Public: Hilarious Tales of an Overactive Bowel
Ever tried to control an overactive bowel while hiking up a mountain? I sure have and boy, do I have some stories to tell! From sudden 'anus errors' in childhood to my recent misadventu…
My secret and untold journey as an athlete.
Ever met a fluffy little girl who could lift more than your average gym-goer? Our guest for today is no other than such a powerhouse. Beginning her journey amidst confusion and societal…
How to Cope with Depressed Days :(
Ever had those days where you just feel down, seemingly for no reason? Well, you're not alone. This episode is a heartfelt account of my journey through emotional lows, addressing how I…
What happens when a doctor has a breast lump...
Picture this: You're a doctor and you discover a lump in your breast, but you brush it off, convincing yourself it's nothing serious. That's exactly what happened to me, and I'm here to…
Reminiscing on simpler times with a Nokia 3310 <3
Ever felt like you're drowning in a sea of digital notifications? Well, you're not alone! We tackle this modern overwhelm head-on, sharing strategies that've helped us reclaim control f…
I'm 28 and scared of babies.
Ever thought about the complexities and consequences surrounding the topic of having babies? Imagine being in your late 20s, a professional doctor, surrounded by friends becoming parent…
Can you turn 30 gracefully?!
As I stand on the precipice of turning 30, I can't help but feel a mix of emotions - excitement, dread, and even a bit of nostalgia. What better way to face these feelings head-on than …
Actor+Doctor: the dangerous dual life!
Ever wondered how one person can balance the demanding responsibilities of being a doctor, content creator, and actress? Join me as I reveal the challenges and triumphs of navigating th…
HAVING ANOTHER DEPRESSIVE EPISODE BECAUSE I CANT CONTROL MYSELF
Have you ever found yourself chasing after people who don't want you, only to feel depressed and anxious as a result? I've been there, and in this candid episode of Backseat Positivity,…
Why I'm fat, and you're not! + new obesity treatments
How accurate is BMI when it comes to measuring fatness, and can a new obesity drug help us maintain a healthier weight? Join us as we share our personal struggles with weight and discus…
Breaking Free from Dissociation: Exploring Trauma, Treatment, and Hope
Have you ever felt like you didn't exist, or like you were watching your life from someone else's perspective? I've been there, and I want to share my journey of overcoming dissociation…
Confronting and Overcoming Bullying in the Healthcare Field: Personal Experiences and Strategies
The Junior Doctor Crisis: Unraveling the Pay Cut Dilemma and Exploring Alternative Career Paths
As the third junior doctor strike looms in June 2023, can a pay rise truly alleviate the mounting frustrations surrounding a 26-28% pay cut in real terms experienced over the past decad…
Why don't doctors leave medicine? A Doctor's journey into acting!
Have you ever felt trapped in a career that just doesn't feel right for you? I know I have. Join me in this heartfelt and honest discussion about my personal journey of trying to leave …
Unleash your creative beast as a doctor
Our medical world is extremely algorithmic and very systematic and very guideline based. And it's very hard to be a creative soul, a creative being within this world as a doctor, and in…
How to get out of waiting mode.
I have this feeling extremely regularly, much more regularly than I'd like where I feel like I'm just sitting around and waiting for something to happen.
Now, this often occurs when I'v…