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The Road To Mental Health Recovery – Revisited 1 Year On – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined for my first repeat guest on the Podcast. Mr Adam Bloom. We first got to chat to Adam last year back in episode 3 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast. If you missed that...

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Learning How To Play The Cards You’re Dealt – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

For the first time ever on a Let’s Talk Mental Health episode I am not in the same location as my guest. This week I am joined my Ravi Rothenberg who at the time of recording was located in Mexico....

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The Importance Of Asking “Why?” In A Global Pandemic – Let’s Talk Mental...

Well this is a bit of a different podcast, brought to you from my car, on my drive, whilst in lock down. Obviously with no guest due to social distancing rules I take the opportunity to talk to you...

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Purpose, Goals & Social Effort – A Mental Health Formula – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode we are still in lockdown in the UK so no car chats but instead I am joined by my good friend John Hayes to talk about his experiences with Mental Health and for him to share his passion...

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Why Depression & Anxiety Were The Best Things To Happen – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by Mr Tommy Danquah and Mr Andy Richardson who make up the fantastic Man Up Men’s Mental Health Podcast. I have been a fan of Tommy and Andy’s work for some time now and it...

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Black Lives Matter – White Privilege – Anti Racist – Let’s Talk Mental Health...

It saddens me that in 2020 I can even record a podcast like this, but after a lot of thought, conversations and consideration, I wanted to use whatever platform I had to share the discussion that needs...

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How Do We Solve The Racism Issue in The USA? – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In today’s episode I am joined by the amazing Cathrine James. I have known Cathrine for pretty much the whole of 2020 and have learned so much from her already. Just a few weeks ago she shared with me...

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Overcoming Anxiety With Free Hugs and Public Speaking- Let’s Talk Mental...

This week I introduce you to The Social Ninjas, made up by Kyle Mitchell and Jeremy Greene who run the Social Ninjas Podcast. Kyle and Jeremy started the Social Ninjas Podcast after both of them...

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Celebrities, Business & L.A. – A Mental Health Cocktail – Let’s Talk Mental...

This week I am joined by the incredible Luke Monteleone. Luke is a life purpose coach that helps men and women find their true purpose in life. In this episode however we dive into the past a little,...

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What’s Causing My Creative Block? – Coaching Call – Let’s Talk Mental Health...

This episode is something different as I share with you an excerpt from a coaching call. All coaching calls are private and confidential in nature however I had explicit permission to share this with...

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UK War Veteran Shares His Story – Savage Not Average – Let’s Talk Mental...

Welcome to the latest Let’s Talk Mental Health episode. Today I am joined by UK War Veteran Joe to talk about his experiences with mental health. Click show more to find out more. Joe has been my best...

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Escaping The Darkness & Finding Happiness – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

Today I am joined by Johnathan to talk about his experiences with mental health, the brink of suicide and finding his happiness . Click show more to find out more. As a disclaimer in today’s episode we...

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Knocked Down 7 Times, Got Up 8 (Never Giving Up) – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

Today I am joined by Graham to talk about his experiences with mental health, Graham has been through way more than his fair share of trauma and shares his story with us and how he has survived. Click...

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The Closest Thing To Real Magic? Dave’s Q&A – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In this episode I am on my own but I am actually answering questions which were asked from Instagram. This is different to all of the others and hopefully gives you more of an insight into why I do...

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Being a Male Victim of a Narcissistic Relationship – Let’s Talk Mental Health...

In today’s episode I am joined by Michael Barnett. Michael is a Triathlete for Great Britain, a Mental Health First Aider and an all round top guy who shares with us his mental health battles,...

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Toxic Positivity in a Hurricane Disaster Zone – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

Today I am on my own again but talking about a subject I am passionate about. Toxic Positivity. Purely by coincidence I found myself in a part of the world where this subject felt super poignant. Click...

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Finding Happiness With Your Purpose – Let’s Talk Mental Health – Episode 012

This week I am joined by Piers Alexander. Piers shares with us his journey through mental health and fitness, including how a lack of direction and purpose in his life drove him too terrible lows and...

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Becoming Comfortable in the Uncomfortable – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In today’s episode I am joined by Sinead Quinn. Sinead shares her journey through life so far and her own physical and mental health experiences. Having made an incredible physical transformation, she...

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Overcoming Depression One Step at a Time – Let’s Talk Mental Health – Episode...

This week I am joined by Darren Fletcher. Darren tells his story detailing the ups and downs and his battles with depression. He shares how his main driver has always been his children and he shares...

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Depression, Anxiety, The NHS & More with a Physiotherapist – Let’s Talk...

Today’s episode is a little bit different as I am joined by a friend of mine Richard Pilling who is a qualified Physiotherapist and has been working with patients and professional sports teams for a...

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From Being Abused As A Child To A BJJ Black Belt – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

This week I am joined by a good friend of mine and ex training partner Ray Rowlinson. Ray shares with us his incredible story of abuse at the hands of his father as a child, and his battle with a...

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Catastrophizing & Building Mental Resilience – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

Today I am joined by my friends Iain and Chris who are part of a group that was formed called ‘The Portugal Pie Eaters’. A group of middle aged men who get together every year to cycle across Portugal...

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How A Cancer Diagnosis Impacts Your Mental Health & Life – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by Zeus who shares his incredibly journey with us about how his life changed once he was diagnosed with Cancer. Cancer is something which affects almost every person in one...

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Entrepreneurial Guilt & Being Your Own Harshest Critic – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by a good friend of mine Theodore Hoffman. Theo is the owner of Creative Marketing Agency ‘Sohcial’ and he shares with us his experiences of dealing with the challenges of...

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How Gratitude Changes The World – Thanksgiving Special – Let’s Talk Mental...

Happy Thanksgiving! I am currently in the USA and recorded this Thanksgiving special episode whilst I was still in the UK. Thanksgiving is one of the holidays that I am truly jealous of, that we don’t...

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Why Adults Need More Play Time – Christmas Day Special – Let’s Talk Mental...

Merry Christmas! I hope that wherever you are in the world this Christmas is the best that it can be for you. In this episode I sit down with my friend Theo Hoffman and we have a laid back conversation...

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Surviving A Car Crash & A New Perspective On Life- Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

Welcome to 2020! Today we are kicking off season 2 of the Lets Talk Mental Health series with Roxanne Thompson. Roxanne is the manager at Proper Gym Manchester as well as the founder of Serenity...

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Addiction, Anxiety & Attachment with a Psychotherapist – Part 1 – Let’s Talk...

This week I am honoured to be joined by accredited Psychotherapist and Counsellor Charlie Weeks. Charlie has been a mental health professional for over 15 years and in this episode shares with us how...

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The Latest Science Around Mental Health & Humanity – Part 2 – Let’s Talk...

Welcome to part 2 of the conversation with accredited Psychotherapist and Counsellor Charlie Weeks. Charlie and myself dive into more discussions around mental health and the state of humanity as a...

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Healing Trauma in Prison with the Compassion Prison Project – Let’s Talk...

I am so grateful for having the opportunity in this episode to sit down and talk with the wonderful Fritzi Horstman. Fritzi is a grammy award winning producer who is now the Founder and CEO of the...

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How Poor Mental Health Led To Multiple Organ Failure – Let’s Talk Mental...

This week I am joined by the inspirational Owen Morgan who is the mastermind behind Man Cove Wellbeing. Owen runs a plethora of resources for mental health including numerous podcast series’ an...

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Why ADHD is a Superpower with Peter Shankman – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In this episode I am joined by the incredible Peter Shankman. Peter is an incredible human, consultant, corporate keynote speaker, TV expert and host of the Faster Than Normal Podcast. Peter was also...

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From Lifetime Diagnosis To Depression Recovery – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

For episode 39 I am joined by the inspiring Michael Bowie. Michael is a trauma informed wellness write, speaker and coach, and after going through his own battles is now connected with his purpose to...

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What If We Take Therapy Outside? Changing Environments – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by registered Counselling Therapist and Certified Counsellor Nick Cardone. Nick has been working in the mental health and addictions field for over 10 years and brings a...

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Dr David Purves on Self Help CBT & The Power of Memory – Let’s Talk Mental...

Today I am joined by the incredible Dr David Purves. Together we cover many topics surrounding mental health including CBT, antidepressants and the role that memories play in mental health diagnoses....

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Facilitating Growth Through Safety & Connection – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In today’s episode I am joined by the wonderful Mr Andy Dunn. Andy is a Business coach, Facilitator, author and keen mental health advocate. Andy is also the founder of Creators Club which is a...

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The Truth of Mainstream Media & Finding Purpose – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

This week I am incredibly excited to introduce you to Joseph the mastermind behind Humble-U Media. Joseph shares with us an incredible journey of chasing your dreams only to find out that they were not...

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Overcoming Old Mindset Beliefs For Better Mental Health – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by the wonderful John Eli who is a virtual mindset coach who helps others men navigate their own behaviours and blocks that are keeping them stuck in patterns which don’t...

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Exposing The Alcohol “Wine Mum” Culture with Love Sober – Let’s Talk Mental...

This week I am joined by the wonderful Kate Baily and Mandy Manners from the Love Sober Community to dive into the often ignored issue of women that fall into the grey area of using alcohol to cope...

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Overcoming IBS & The Mental Health Recovery Journey – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode I am joined by the incredible Jason from We At One. Jason has suffered with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) for most of his life and when the medical field could offer him no answers he...

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Opening Up With The Unopened Male – Navigating Shame & More – Let’s Talk...

In episode 47 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast I am joined by Dave from UnOpened Male. Dave is a fellow mental health advocate who has had his fair share of experiences with metal health...

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From Suicidal To Superhuman With Mike Dayem – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In this weeks episode of the ‘Let’s Talk Mental Health’ Podcast I am joined by the inspirational Mike Dayem. Mike is a writer and coach aimed at shifting the stigmas surrounding mental health,...

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Learning To Say No To Suffering with Ayub Youssef – Let’s Talk Mental Health...

In episode 49 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast I am joined by Ayub Youssef who is a purpose and transition guide and also the host of the ‘Say No To Suffering’ Podcast. Ayub has a fascinating...

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Unlocking Intention Through Experiences With Ayahuasca – Let’s Talk Mental...

For episode 50 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast I am joined by the incredible Sean Houlihan who is also known as The Intention Coach and also known as Bear Intentions. Sean has lived an...

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Learning To Process Fame, Fortune & September 11th Trauma – Let’s Talk Mental...

In this episode of the ‘Let’s Talk Mental Health’ Podcast I am joined by the inspirational Ben Curtis. Ben is now a Masculine Embodiment Coach and focused on helping men own their heart, power and...

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Can Music Make You Sick? Mental Health & The Music Industry – Let’s Talk...

In episode 52 of the ‘Let’s Talk Mental Health’ podcast I am joined by Dr George Musgrave who is not only a senior lecturer at Westminster and Goldsmiths University of London, but also a successful...

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Accessing The Divine Masculine Energy with John Tran – Let’s Talk Mental...

In episode 53 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast I am joined by the inspirational John Tran, who is a soul and purpose coach as well as a certified Yogi. In this conversation we dive deep into a...

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The Impact of Buddhism & Spiritual Practice On Health – Let’s Talk Mental...

In episode 54 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health podcast I am joined by the inspirational Sarah Norrad Sarah shares with us her story staring at childhood and navigating life with an eating disorder and...

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Dr Meg Van Deusen On Handling Stress After 2020 – Let’s Talk Mental Health –...

In episode 55 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health podcast I am joined by the incredible Dr Meg Van Deusen. Meg is a licensed clinical Psychologist based in Seattle Washington and also the author of the...

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The Essential Companion To Talking Therapy With Karin Blak – Let’s Talk...

In episode 56 of the Let’s Talk Mental Health Podcast I am joined by the wonderful Karin Blak. Karin is a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, couples counsellor and now a published author. After...

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