Heads Up
Episodes
Ep 7. Pregnancy and Parenthood
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast What happens when cluster headache and pregnancy collide? In this episode, Daisy joins our host Dr Katy Munro to t...
Ep 6. When pain meets the Law
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast Cluster headache can affect every part of a person's life, including their rights at work. In this episode, our ho...
Ep 5. Searching for Answers
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast Isobel West has lived with cluster headache since the age of fifteen. Misdiagnosed for years and left to advocate ...
Ep 4. What's Going on in the Brain?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast What happens in the brain during a cluster headache attack? In this episode, our host Dr Katy Munro is joined by D...
Ep 3. Navigating Adolescence
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast Frederick was eleven when diagnosed with cluster headache. Now seventeen and heading to university, they join our ...
Ep 2. The Youngest Patients
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast Alexander was two and a half years old when the attacks began. In this episode, he and his mum, Mel, join our hos...
Ep 1. Cluster Headache, Chris Addison shares his story
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spotlight Series | Heads Up Podcast Cluster headache has been called the most painful condition known to medicine. Comedian and actor Chris Addison,...
Mast cell activation syndrome and migraine
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*:first-child]:mt-0" In our final Heads Up episode of the year, our host Dr Katy Munro is joined by GP headache specialist Dr Cyriac Athappilly and D...
Endometriosis and migraine- a personal story (Part2)
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*:first-child]:mt-0" Join headache specialist Dr Katy Munro for part two of this discussion exploring the connections between endometriosis, adenomyo...
Endometriosis, Adenomyosis & Migraine - exploring the links. Part 1
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join headache specialist Dr Katy Munro as she hosts a lively conversation with Dr Aziza Sesay from Talks with Dr. Sesay. This episode unpacks the c...
Neuromodulation for migraine treatment: Latest update
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dr Katy Munro, senior GP headache specialist and host of Heads Up, as she welcomes Dr Salwa Kamourieh, consultant neurologist at University Col...
Aura, visual snow and light sensitivity: making sense of migraine symptoms
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host headache specialist Dr Katy Munro is joined by Dr Francesca Puledda, consultant neurologist and researcher with a special intere...
Nutrition, Gut Health and Migraine: What's the Link?
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of series six of Heads Up podcast, our host Dr Katy Munro is joined by nutritionist Emma Ellice-Flint, a qualified nutritionist ...
Bonus episode: Celebrating six years of Heads Up
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special bonus episode, host Dr Katy Munro is joined by National Migraine Centre's operations director Charlotte Burr, chief executive Dan Ti...
Ep 12. Migraine and the role of pharmacists
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heads Up – Series 5 Finale Episode In this extended and festive final episode, Dr Katy Munro, GP and Headache Specialist, explores the crucial role ...
Ep 11. Understanding ADHD in people with migraine – Part Two
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of our ADHD and migraine series, Dr Katy Munro speaks with Dr Gilly Kahn, a clinical psychologist and ADHD advocate, who shares her person...
Ep 10. Understanding ADHD in people with migraine – Part One
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro speaks with Dr Helen Read, a former NHS Consultant Psychiatrist and ADHD specialist with over 30 ye...
Ep 9. CSF Leak - Symptoms, diagnosis & treatment
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New podcast episode is out now! Our host and headache specialist Dr Katy Munro speaks with Dr Deborah Kerr, a GP and fellow headache specialist, and D...
Ep 8. Cluster Headache Awareness and Treatment with Dr Nick Silver
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's the Cluster Headache Awareness Day, and Heads Up Podacst is back with a new episode. Tune in to this latest episode where our host Headache Speci...
Cluster Headache Awareness Day Bonus Track: Becky's Story
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heads Up Podcast brings to you Becky's story: Listen to the raw and unfiltered experience of someone living with cluster headaches.They share the dail...
Ep 7. Migraine Science: What's happening in the brain?
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Delve into the intricate world of migraine science with Dr Katy Munro, Headache Specialist, and her esteemed guest, Dr Phil Holland, Reader in Neurosc...
Ep 6. Migraine and Facial Pain: Should I see the Dentist?
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Heads Up podcast, we unravel the connection between migraine and facial pain, where migraine can often manifest as debilitating fac...
Ep 5. Migraine Voices
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this special episode of the Heads Up Podcast as we mark Migraine Awareness Week. In a heartfelt tribute to those who battle migraines, we s...
Ep 4. Exploring New Anti-CGRP Treatments for Migraine
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features two renowned experts in the field of headache medicine, Dr Katy Munro, and Dr Rebecca Walker, as they delve into the fascinating...
Ep 3. Migraine and Hypnotherapy
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another episode of Heads Up podcast, where we explore the latest insights and techniques to help you achieve optimal health and wellness. I...
5 minute relaxation session with Ann Williamson
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Take a moment to unwind and de-stress with our 5-minute relaxation teaser. Led by retired GP Ann Williamson, a certified hypnotherapist and expert in ...
Ep 2. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) with Dr Alex Sinclair and Dr Susan Mollan
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Series 5 new episode is out now! Our host, leading Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro discusses Idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) with Profess...
Ep 1. Managing Brain Fog with Dr Sabina Brennan
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heads Up podcast is back with Series 5 Our host, leading Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro discusses managing brain fog experienced by people with mig...
Festive Edition: Chronic Migraine and Us
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The last episode of Heads Up Podcast Series 4 is a festive edition featuring Headache Specialist and host Dr Katy Munro and four migraine warriors Lil...
Migraine & Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is a condition that impacts children and adults. In this episode featuring our guest, Dr Bethan Myers, Consultant...
Ponytail Headaches, Sex Headaches and other primary headaches
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever got a headache after eating a large scoop of ice cream? There are a number of other primary headaches and this episode is all about thes...
Perimenopause and Menopause Migraine
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This Migraine Awareness week, we have our host Headache Specialist GP Dr Katy Munro with GP & Menopause Specialist Dr Louise Newson discussing migrain...
Special Episode: Managing your Migraine
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode features Headache Specialist Dr. Katy Munro and Lydia Yadi, Senior Commissioning Editor, Penguin Business discussing the book Man...
Chronic Pain and Migraine
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features our host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro and guests from Flippin' Pain Team, Prof Cormac Ryan, Professor of Clinical Rehabilit...
Migraine and Acupuncture Part 2
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of our Migraine and Acupuncture episode featuring headache specialist Dr Katy Munro and special guest Dr Mike Cummings, Medical Direc...
Migraine and Acupuncture Part 1
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first part of this two-part episode. Part two will be out next week featuring Dr Katy Munro and special guest Dr Mike Cummings, Medical Di...
Vestibular Migraine, Ménière's disease & dizziness with Dr Shin Beh
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features our host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro and guest Dr Shin Beh, the founding Director of UT Southwestern's Vestibular Neurolog...
Headaches during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back with Season 4! This episode features our host Headache Specialist Dr Katy Munro and guest Dr Pooja Dassan, a Consultant Neurologist at Imp...
Teaser- Season 4
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Heads Up Podcast Season 4 Teaser is here. Our hosts Headache Specialists Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe are back with an educational and excit...
Festive Season Special 2020
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Festive Special Episode of our Heads Up Podcast. Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe are joined by Dr Nazeli Manukyan and Emeritus Profes...
Migraine, Exercise and Posture
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Headache Specialists Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss the importance of exercise for migraine. The episode also features Beth Francis and ...
Migraine and Work
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly 86 million equivalent work days are lost due to migraine related presenteeism and absenteeism. This episode hosted by headache specialist Dr Ka...
Men and Migraine
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's 'MOVEMBER' time to raise awareness and discuss Men's Health. Dr Katy Munro, Dr Richard Wood and Emeritus Professor Paul Booton discuss 'Men and M...
Migraine and Self Management Strategies
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro discusses 'Migraine and Self Management Strategies' in the latest episode of our Heads Up podcast, with special guests Dr Sophie Mitchel...
Taking Your Migraine To University
18 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Jessica Briscoe and Emeritus Professor Paul Booton discuss 'Taking your Migraine to University' in the latest episode of our Heads Up podcast. Kn...
Facial Pain: Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia and more
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss 'Facial Pain: Migraine, Trigeminal Neuralgia and more' in the latest episode of our Heads Up podcast, wit...
Migraine in Midlife and Beyond
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss 'Migraine in Midlife and Beyond' in the latest episode of our Heads Up podcast. Also listen to one of our...
Sleep, Migraine and Cluster Headache
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss 'Sleep, Migraine and Cluster Headache' in the latest episode of our Heads Up podcast, with special guests...
Hemiplegic and Retinal Migraine
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss hemiplegic and retinal migraine. Also listen to patient stories of their experiences in this first episod...
Migraine Prevention: Neuromodulation Devices
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss neuromodulation devices for the prevention of migraine. Expert advice from special guest, Dr Anna Andreou...
Migraine and COVID-19
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Munro and Dr Briscoe discuss migraine management during the COVID-19 pandemic. What triggers should you look out for? What medications can you ta...
Migraine Prevention: Anti-CGRP Injections
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss the anti-CGRP injections used for the prevention of migraine. National Migraine Centre patients discuss t...
Migraine Care Around the World
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine treatment around the world. They are joined by Drs David Kernick, David Watson, Richard Wood, Lo...
CSF Leaks
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss CSF Leaks. A patient and advocate discusses her experience of a CSF Leak and Clare Joy, Trustee of the CS...
Migraine in Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
16 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine in pregnancy and breastfeeding. A patient discusses her experience of migraine in pregnancy. Doe...
Migraine Prevention: Injection Therapies
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss injection therapies used for migraine prevention with special guest, Headache Specialist Dr Naz Manukyan....
Cluster Headache
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss Cluster Headache with special guest Professor Paul Booton. What is Cluster Headache? How does it differ...
Migraine: Past, Present and Future
03 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe speak with Dr Mark Weatherall, Dr Katherine Foxhall and Iszi Lawrence on the past, present and future of migraine...
Hormones and Migraine
20 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For the 1st episode of Series 2 Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe speak with Professor Anne MacGregor about everything related to hormones and migr...
Christmas Special
16 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is the Christmas Special Episode of our Heads Up Podcast. Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe debug various myths about migraine. The episode al...
Migraine in Children and Adolescents
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine in children and adolescents. Special guest Dr Heather Angus-Leppan, Consultant Neurologist, shar...
Vestibular Migraine
11 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss vestibular migraine and interview special guest physiotherapist Lisa Burrows. If you have any questions/c...
Migraine: Acute Treatments and Medication Overuse Headache
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss acute treatments and medication overuse headache (MOH). Special guest Dr Naz Manukyan adds her expertise ...
Migraine Prevention: Medication
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine prevention, specifically looking at different preventative medications available. If you have an...
Migraine Prevention: Lifestyle & Supplements
30 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss migraine prevention, specifically looking at lifestyle management, including diet and exercise, and suppl...
All You Need To Know About Triptans
16 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe tells you all you need to know about triptans and a fellow migraineur tells her story on taking triptans for her ...
Migraine and Mental Health
02 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This Migraine Awareness Week we have an extended episode with special guest, Iain Lee, sharing his experiences with migraine, expert advice from spec...
Do I Need A Brain Scan?
19 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss if a brain scan is needed for headaches. Our guest speaker, headache specialist, Dr Naz Manukyan shares...
Migraine Triggers
05 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss various things that can trigger migraine. Also, two migraineurs discuss their migraine triggers and how t...
World Brain Day- The Four Stages of Migraine
22 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katy Munro and Dr Jessica Briscoe discuss what a migraine is and the four stages of migraine. Migraineurs describe their experiences. Send us you...
Teaser
19 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Teaser episode of our upcoming podcast, Heads Up. Is it "mee-graine" or "my-graine"? Send us your questions or any comments to info@nationalmigrainece...