Getting A Lift: Studio Sessions - with Emma

Getting a Lift: Studio Sessions with Mhairi Murray - Powered by Cosmedicare St. Ellen’s Private Hospitals   Emma returns to the podcast with raw honesty, humour, and the kind of real life storytelling that made listeners fall in love with her in the first place. In this episode, she opens up about her twoyear journey through repeated abnormal smear tests, HPV, colposcopy treatment, and the emotional toll of waiting, worrying, and advocating for her own health. Her candid reflections on fear, resilience, and the importance of routine screening make this a powerful listen for anyone who’s ever put their own wellbeing on the back burner.   From there, the conversation shifts into Emma’s evolving relationship with social media - why she stepped back, how constant sharing became exhausting, and what it means to stay authentic in an online world obsessed with aesthetics. Expect laughter, vulnerability, and the kind of straight talking relatability that only Emma can deliver.   Follow Emma: @mother_rendall on Instagram & TikTok Follow Mhairi: @the_misfit_maw on Instagram & TikTok   Key Highlights • ⭐ HPV Journey — Emma walks through two years of abnormal smear tests, the fear, the waiting, and the moment everything changed. • 🩺 Why Smear Tests Matter — A lifesaving reminder that a oneminute appointment can catch what you’d never feel or see. • 🔬 Inside the Treatment Room — Emma brings Jamie into the colposcopy room, sharing the emotional and surprisingly humorous moments of treatment. • 📵 Social Media Burnout — Why she stepped back from daily sharing and how constant visibility became overwhelming. • 🎭 Authenticity Online — A real talk about filters, aesthetics, AI, and why people crave honesty more than ever. • 🤝 Community & Connection — How Emma built deep, meaningful relationships with followers who see her as a safe space.   Key Highlights/Chapters 02:00 – Recap of Emma’s First Appearance in 2022 03:00 – The Start of the HPV Journey: Routine Smear Test 04:00 – Abnormal Results and the First Wave of Anxiety 06:00 – Why Smear Tests Matter and Emma’s Advocacy 09:00 – Waiting for Results and Emotional Impact 10:00 – Why Her Checks Continued Longer Than Expected 13:00 – Bringing Jamie Into the Treatment Room 16:00 – HPV Can Return Why Follow‑Up Matters 17:00 – What HPV Means Cancer‑risk Cells Explained 18:00 – Low Uptake of Smear Tests and Public Health Concern 21:00 – Aftercare Symptoms Cramps and Practical Tips 24:00 – Emma’s Social Media Journey How It Began 25:00 – Growing During the Cleaning Content Trend 29:00 – Real Life Versus Aesthetic Social Media Debate 30:00 – AI Filters and Questions About Authenticity 33:00 – Why Emma Pulled Back From Posting Regularly 35:00 – Feeling Self‑Conscious About Your Own Voice Online 36:00 – Balancing Privacy Openness and What to Share 41:00 – Dealing With Trolls Negative Comments and Criticism 45:00 – Mental Health Pressure From Constant Posting 46:00 – Finding Joy in Small Real Moments on Camera 51:00 – Managing Burnout Taking Breaks and Returning Stronger 52:00 – Reconnecting With Why You Started on Social Media 53:00 – Emma’s Future Plans for Content and Community 57:00 – How to Reach Out and Where to Find Support   Powered by Cosmedicare:  https://cosmedicare.uk/ Female Owned and Managed Private Hospitals Based in Scotland, Cosmedicare is committed to delivering a patient-first experience. Their management team brings a unique, empathetic perspective to healthcare, ensuring every patient feels supported and cared for.   Produced in partnership with Go Studios by Go Radio.