Episode 2: Overcoming Struggles with Bulimia, Alcohol and Self-acceptance with Roger Lloyd-Thompson

Roger recalls how his Dad’s comment, “Roger you’re getting a spare tyre”, helped set him up for a painful and profound relationship with his body until a life-changing conversation with a Robin. 

Join me in this first guest episode to hear how Roger conquered his demons and turned his life around, as he struggled with bulimia, alcohol and self-acceptance. 

A story that has the potential to be doom and gloom is in fact warm, funny and wise.

EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:

• [02:23] - Dad’s ‘spare tyre’ comment

• [09:26] - Roger’s food issues start: Laxatives, alcohol and bingeing

• [16:50] - Roger meets a robin

• [21:15] - New beginnings

• [28:50] - Regret, guilt and triggers

• [31:29] - Stand-up comedy and everything changes

• [33:25] - The Pillsbury dough boy

• [41:00] - Roger’s Five Foods to an island

THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!

If you enjoyed this episode, please let me know your thoughts on Instagram @thisfoodthingpodcast and consider leaving an honest review and rating for the show on iTunes, it helps with the ranking and as this is a brand new podcast, I’d be extremely grateful. Don’t forget to also subscribe to the show at the top of this page!

We are currently running a Crowdfunder to help fund the podcast and those unable to afford 1:1 therapy. You can check it out here we’d love any donations and please spread the word.