Episode Details

He was living the life of a TV and comedy star, but underneath he was battling hidden addiction issues. How did Simon Day turn it all around and what have years of addictive behaviour done to his blood test results?

Simon Day is an English comedian and actor known for his roles in the sketch show The Fast Show and the sitcom Grass. He joins leading men's health specialist Dr Jeff Foster in the MAN ALIVE studio to explore the psychology of comedians, his blood test results, and a light-hearted look into ageing.

In this episode, we discuss what it takes mentally to be a comedian, why Simon was more comfortable playing characters rather than being himself, Simon's blood test results like cholesterol and iron levels, Simon's addiction journey and how he began recovery, how Simon stays healthy on tour and on set, his favourite experiences on The Fast Show, and much more...Topics:

What It Takes To Be A Comedian

Are Comedians Happier Than Other People?

Why Simon Wanted to Play Characters

Simon’s Most Meaningful Characters

Which Character is Most Like Simon?

Most Surprising Aspect of Ageing

Rating Simon’s Health Out of 10

Simon’s Blood Test Results

Simon’s Addiction Journey

What Made Simon Stop

Simon’s Advice for Addicts

Reflecting on Simon’s Blood Test Results

Lifestyle on Set & Touring

Favourite Fast Show Experiences

The Wheel of Health

Medically Diagnosing Simon’s Characters

Simon’s Health Hopes for the Future

One Piece of Advice for Men

Where to Find Simon

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