Inflammatory!
Episodes
British Society for Rheumatology 2026
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie and Katy return exhausted but energised after three intense days at the British Society for Rheumatology Conference in Glasgow,marking Inflamma...
British Society for Rheumatology 2026
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie and Katy return exhausted but energised after three intense days at the British Society for Rheumatology Conference in Glasgow, marking Inflamm...
Getting Lost in NHS admin
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In typical Inflammatory! style, Debbie and Katy somehow make even the dullest topic, NHS admin, funny, relatable, and full of those “only happens to...
How Inflammatory Arthritis Impacts Families
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryInflammatory arthritis doesn’t just affect the person living with it, it reshapes the daily lives, emotions, plans, and futures of the people...
Andy Kelly: Living with Psoriatic Arthritis
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Debbie andKaty sit down with Andy Kelly - physiotherapist, patient advocate, EULAR representative, and...
Charlie Robards: Living with Axial SpA
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Debbie and Katy sit down with the brilliant and endlessly determined Charlie Robards, who was diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis at jus...
Can children get rheumatic diseases?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 50th episode, Debbie and Katy celebrate how far the podcast has come while shining a light on an often‑missed reality: children and ...
AI with Dr Keith Grimes
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful interview, Dr. Keith Grimes, a former GP and digital health innovator, explores the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. F...
Why Do We Hide Inflammatory Arthritis Pain?
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do so many people with inflammatory arthritis say “I’m fine” when they’re not? In this episode, Debbie and Katy reflect on masking pain, s...
Rheumatoid Arthritis at 19
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Inflammatory!, Debbie and Katy are joined by Hansa, who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at just 19 years old while...
Inflammatory arthritis: A Friend's Perspective
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inflammatory!, Debbie and Katy are joined by Katy’s close friend Cat for an honest and heartfelt conversation about love, friends...
How does inflammatory arthritis affect friendships?
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keywordschronic illness, inflammatory arthritis, support networks,medication management, health transparency, empathy, friendship, diagnosis,patient e...
Pregnant & diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Inflammatory! Debbie and Katy are joined by Haffy, a clinical pharmacist, university lecturer, and mum...
What does AI mean for inflammatory arthritis?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keywords: inflammatory arthritis, AI in healthcare, personalized medicine, early diagnosis, chronic illness, patient care, healthcare technology, livi...
What is Spoon Theory?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keywords: chronic illness, spoon theory, energy management, school absences, NHS online hospitals, parenting, inflammatory arthritis, healthcare, pets...
My Pace Not Yours - 1 year of Inflammatory Arthritis UK
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Keywords: New Year, holiday experiences, illness impact, darts, self-care, resolutions, FOMO, JOMO, inflammatory arthritis, charity goals #MyPaceNotYo...
Does life with inflammatory arthritis ever go to plan?
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s podcast episode didn't go entirely to plan so we decided to have a shorter relaxed end-of-year chat with quite a few laughs and fest...
How did we survive inflammatory arthritis in 2025?
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keywords: Darts, Fitness, Running, Mental Health, Community, Podcast, Christmas, Health Challenges, Strength Training, Autoimmune DiseaseDebbie and ...
What's life like with two types of inflammatory arthritis?
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
James Hollens joins us on Inflammatory! to share his honest and emotional journey of living with two types of inflammatory arthritis, whilst keeping h...
Coping with inflammatory arthritis this festive season
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie and Katy dive into the chaos, pressure, and unexpected joys of the festive season, all while managing inflammatory arthritis. From flare frustr...
Can you keep your humour with inflammatory arthritis?
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Debbie and Katy dive into how a sudden UK cold snap is affecting their inflammatory arthritis and how the community is feeling it too. Debb...
How do you look after yourself with inflammatory arthritis?
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In true Inflammatory! style, Debbie and Katy bring plenty of humour, honesty, and a healthy dose of real talk in this heartfelt and relatable episode....
What causes inflammatory arthritis flares?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Inflammatory with Debbie and Katy, the hosts dive into a conversation that every person living with inflammatory arthritis...
Can you be a trustee with inflammatory arthritis?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Final chance to fill Inflammatory! consultation hereTrustee Week Special – Behind the Scenes of Running aCharityThis week, Debbie and Katy celebrate...
Do changing seasons affect inflammatory arthritis?
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As autumn turns to winter, Debbie and Katy chat about the ups and downs of seasonal change, the darker mornings, aching joints, and staying motivated ...
Can strength training help inflammatory arthritis?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Guest: Matt Brown, Physiotherapist & Strength CoachIn this week’s episode, Debbie and Katy chat with Matt Brown, a physiotherapist and strength ...
Inflammatory arthritis: Treatment, pain & daily life
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this listener-led episode, Debbie and Katy answer yourmost-asked questions about living with inflammatory arthritis. From managing pain and fatigue...
Can you drink alcohol with inflammatory arthritis?
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inflammatory!, Debbie and Katydive into an honest conversation about alcohol and its impact on life with inflammatory arthritis (IA...
How painful is Inflammatory arthritis?
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Inflammatory with Debbie andKaty, the hosts open up about one of the most difficult and often invisible aspects of living ...
Living with rheumatoid arthritis
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Sarah’s Journey from Denial to EmpowermentIn this episode of Inflammatory!, Debbie and Katy sitdown with Sarah Yor...
Is sitting bad for our health?
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Life's a Beach!
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus summer episode, Debbie and Katy catch up while one of them enjoys a holiday in Crete, navigating the intense heat, a lingering cold, and...
Intermission
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, Debbie and Katy reflect on recent personal experiences, listener feedback, and plans for the future as they wrap up the pod...
Support Act
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Katy and Debbie offer a raw and honest conversation about what it really means to live with inflammatory arthritis (IA). As both are curren...
Adam Newton
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, personal trainer and father of three daughters (all under the age of 5), Adam Newton shares his journey of being diagnosed w...
HELP!
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debbie and Katy explore the powerful role of volunteering, especially for people living with inflammatory arthritis and chronic condi...
Q & A Five
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inflammatory! is making a real difference, helping people feel seen, heard, and supported in their journey with inflammatory arthritis. If you’ve fo...
Digital Geniuses
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Urgent appeal for donations to help keep the podcast running until their planned summer break. Donate here https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/in...
Nurse!
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inflammatory with Debbie and Katy, the hosts celebrate the important role nurses play in supporting people with inflammatory a...
Rachell Smith
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, hosts Debbie and Katy welcome their first guest, Rachell Smith, a leading portrait and fashion photographer who lives w...
Q & A IV
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inflammatory Arthritis UK are hosting their first ever online event on the 20 May at 6-7pm to raise awareness of World Autoimmune and Autoinflammatory...
Marathon
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inflammatory!, Debbie and Katy kick things off with a light-hearted chat about springtime chaos, parenting, and the never...
Prisoner
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inflammatory, Debbie and Katy get real about how even a simple cold can wreak havoc when you're living with inflammatory ...
Sound System
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, hosts Debbie and Katie, both parents living with inflammatory arthritis (IA), share their experiences balancin...
Q&A III
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debbie and Katy answer questions in their third monthly Q&A session. They start by discussing Katy’s recent...
WORD!
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode, in recognition of World Young Rheumatic Diseases Day, Katy interviews Debbie on the realities of p...
Every Breath You Ache
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debbie and Katy dive into the realities of aging with inflammatory arthritis during Autoimmune Awareness Month. Reflecting on their M...
One Percent
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Debbie and Katy start by sharing light-hearted moments, including stories about Pancake Day and how Debbie met her hus...
Q&A II
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Debbie and Katy, go through your questions in this second Inflammatory! Q&A episode. Next week on Inflammatory! the hosts w...
From redundancy to routine
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Debbie and Katy, or should we say Lara Croft and Donkey (need to listen to understand why this is so) explore the realities of ...
Relationships, sex and IA
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to #fuckitland (you’ll need to listen to the episode to have any idea what we mean by this!).Debbie and Katy come out of thei...
You're not alone
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trigger warning - this episode contains discussions about suicidal thoughtsIn this episode, Debbie and Katy open up about the often-overlooked mental ...
Our first Q & A
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, brought to you by Inflammatory Arthritis UK, Debbie and Katy handed the episode over to you, as it is the first Inflammatory...
Our new reality
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this latest episode of Inflammatory! brought to you by Inflammatory Arthritis UK, Debbie and Katy cover the immediate effect their IA diagnosis had...
The day we will never forget
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode of Inflammatory! brought to you by Inflammatory Arthritis UK, Debbie and Katy cover the day they were diagnosed and the impact ...
The journey begins
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first episode of Inflammatory!, brought to you by Inflammatory Arthritis UK, Debbie and Katy look at what is inflammatory arthritis (IA), thei...