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Season 3, Episode 5 · What's My Age Again?

TESTOSTERONE: Spilling the tea on Low T

16 Apr 2026 · 14 min

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Dr Nichola’s Second Opinion is the bonus podcast from What’s My Age Again? where science cuts through the hype. In this episode, Dr Nichola Conlon takes a clear, evidence‑based look at testosterone after Joe Lycett raised the issue when he was on the WMAA sofas. Dr Nic explains what it actually does, how it changes with age, and why “optimising” hormones isn’t always the answer. From lifestyle factors to hormone therapy, she also answers your questions and explains what really matters for long‑term health and longevity. And she hears why "T" is playing havoc with Joe's gym routine! Producer…

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What's My Age Again?

Bauer Media · Comedy · English

Welcome to What’s My Age Again – The Only Podcast That Takes Your Blood! …and uses it to determine how old your body really is. Katherine Ryan takes a forensic look into her celebrity guests' lifestyle, relationships, medical history, mental health and anti-ageing rituals (or lack of) before reveal

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