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   S1 · E6 · 10 Jul 2026 · 44 min

   Jonty Rhodes On Diving, Falling & Staying Sharp

   Jonty Rhodes spent his career making impossible dives look effortless. But what actually allows the body to react, balance, fall and recover without thinking? In this episode of Jonty & The Doc , Jonty Rhodes and Dr Marcus Ranney unpack the hidden system behind balance — from vision and the inner ear to joints, reflexes and body awareness. In this episode, they cover: Why balance is more than just “not falling” How your eyes, ears and joints work together to keep you steady Why the real danger after a fracture is often immobility What Jonty’s iconic dives reveal about…

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   S1 · E5 · 19 Jun 2026 · 50 min

   Why You Keep Falling Sick (And How to Fix It) | Jonty & The Doc

   Your immune system is working for you 24/7 — but most people don’t understand how it actually functions or how to support it. In this episode of Jonty & The Doc, we break down immunity in the simplest way possible — from how your body defends itself, to what really impacts your ability to stay healthy. We cover: The difference between innate vs adaptive immunity Why sleep is more important than you think The real role of vaccines (and how age changes the equation) How stress, travel, and overtraining affect your immune system Nutrition basics that actually support immunity…

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   S1 · E4 · 2 Apr 2026 · 42 min

   Why Taking the Stairs Could Save Your Life

   What does it actually take to repair a damaged gut? Not vague advice - a real, structured protocol you can map onto your own life. In this clip from Jonty & The Doc, Dr. Marcus Ranney walks through the 5R Framework for gut repair - a systematic functional medicine protocol - with Jonty applying each step to his own routine in real time. The 5Rs: Remove — eliminate what's actively harming the gut Replace — restore what's been depleted: enzymes, stomach acids Reinoculate — reintroduce beneficial bacteria through food and supplementation Repair — rebuild and heal the gut…

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   S1 · E2 · 19 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

   The Brain Health Secret Every Man Over 40 Needs to Know

   In this episode, we dive deep into the science of brain health, longevity, and performance with legendary cricketer Jonty Rhodes and Dr. Marcus Ranney, a leading medical expert in the field of longevity science. The conversation explores how modern lifestyle factors - from sleep and nutrition to stress and social media - are shaping both our physical and mental health. We discuss the role of BDNF in brain longevity, the powerful connection between the gut and the brain, and how practices like intermittent fasting, breathwork, and yoga can support cognitive function and resilience. Jonty also…

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   S1 · E1 · 12 Mar 2026 · 56 min

   Why You Lose Muscle After 40 & How To Fix It

   How do we maintain muscle, strength, and mobility as we get older? In the first episode of Jonty & The Doc, physician Dr. Marcus Ranney and cricket legend Jonty Rhodes dive into an important topic many people overlook - muscle health after the age of 40. As we age, our bodies naturally begin to lose muscle mass and strength. Dr. Marcus explains how this decline happens, why it matters for long-term health and longevity, and what we can do to slow it down. From resistance training and protein intake to sleep, nutrition, and daily movement, the conversation explores practical ways to stay…

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   S1 · 9 Mar 2026 · 1 min

   Welcome to Jonty & The Doc Podcast

   What does it really take to live well for longer? Jonty & The Doc is a podcast about longevity, performance, and the science of healthy aging. Hosted by physician Dr. Marcus Ranney and legendary international cricketer Jonty Rhodes, the show explores how the body and mind change over time - and what we can do to stay strong, active, and resilient for years to come. Blending medical insight with real-world athletic experience, the podcast breaks down the habits, science, and mindset behind living a longer and healthier life. From movement and recovery to nutrition, mental fitness, and…

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   S1 · E11 · 21 Sep 2026 · 35 min

   What Does Jonty Rhodes Actually Do to Stay Fit at 56? | Jonty & The Doc

   You asked. Jonty Rhodes and Dr Marcus Ranney answered. In this special 12th Man edition of Jonty & The Doc , we hand the conversation over to the audience for an Ask Me Anything covering everything from nutrition and strength to sleep, supplements, ageing — and, naturally, a little cricket. What order should you eat the food on your plate? Is strength or coordination more important for longevity? Can you outrun a bad diet? Which health metrics are actually worth tracking? And what does Jonty look for when judging the fittest players in cricket? In this episode: Does the order in which…

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   S1 · E10 · 4 Sep 2026 · 29 min

   4 in 10 Men Over 40 Experience This | Jonty & The Doc

   Erectile dysfunction is often treated as an embarrassing bedroom problem. But what if it’s actually telling you something important about your overall health? In this episode of Jonty & The Doc , Jonty Rhodes and Dr Marcus Ranney have an open conversation about erectile dysfunction, why it becomes increasingly common with age and why men shouldn’t be afraid to talk about it. Marcus explains that ED can have vascular, hormonal, neurological and psychological causes — and in some cases may be an early sign of a larger health issue. In this episode: Why erectile dysfunction…

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   S1 · E9 · 21 Aug 2026 · 40 min

   Your Parents Are Getting Older. Here’s What You Can Do Now | Jonty & The Doc

   What happens when you reach the stage of life where your body is changing, your children still need you — and your parents are getting older too? In this episode of Jonty & The Doc , Jonty Rhodes and Dr. Marcus Ranney explore what they call “The Middle Zone” — the period where you find yourself balancing your own health, family, career and the growing responsibility of caring for ageing parents. Jonty gets personal about the changes he’s noticed in his own body, losing his father and watching his mother live with dementia, while Marcus breaks down some of the…

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    S1 · E8 · 7 Aug 2026 · 48 min

    The Truth About Ageing as an Athlete | Jonty & The Doc

    What really happens to your body as you age? Is getting slower, weaker and taking longer to recover simply inevitable? In this episode of Jonty & The Doc , Jonty Rhodes and Dr. Marcus Ranney explore the science of the ageing athlete—from declining muscle mass and slower recovery to the mindset needed to thrive long after your sporting prime. Drawing from Jonty's experiences as an elite cricketer, IPL fielding coach and Masters League player, alongside Dr. Marcus' medical insights, this conversation is packed with practical lessons for athletes, fitness enthusiasts and anyone over the…

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